Spoon River College
2015-2016
Student Handbook
Guide to the Spoon River College
Online Student Handbook and
Student Notification Requirements
Spoon River College has a number of policies, procedures, and
programs in place to assist students in accessing student services,
and to keep them on track for graduation, employment, and/or
transfer.
Below you will find a summary of the content found on the college
web page at www.src.edu/services/pages/handbook.aspx.
Accreditation and Approvals
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Accrediting Agency – P. 1
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Approving Agencies – Pg. 1-2
Academic Policies and Programs
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Academic Honors – P. 67
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Attendance – P. 67-68
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Academic Programs – Pg. 68-70
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Cooperative Program Agreements – Pg. 71-74
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Degree Completion Program – Pg. 75-77
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Grading – Pg. 78-81
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Online Courses – Pg. 81-82
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Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy – Pg. 82-93
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Spoon River College Transcripts – Pg. 93-96
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Transfer Credit Evaluation – Pg. 96-98
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Transfer Services – Pg. 98-100
College Cost and Tuition Payment
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Books and Materials – Pg. 4-5
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Chargeback – Pg. 7-9
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e-Cashier – Pg. 6-7
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Other Costs of Attendance – Pg. 5
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Outstanding Accounts – Pg. 7
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Payment in Full – Pg. 6
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Refunds – Pg. 10-11
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Tuition and Fees – Pg. 3-4
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Tuition and Fee Due Dates – Pg. 5-6
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Tuition Payment Plan – Pg. 6
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Tuition Payment Statement (Form 1098T) – Pg. 9
College Policy
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A Student’s Guide to Reporting Harassment – pg. 57-60
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Assessment of Student Learning – Pg. 11-12
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Computing Guidelines – Pg. 12-15
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Data Privacy Policy – Pg. 15-26
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Emergency Closing – Pg. 26-27
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Student Code of Conduct – Pg. 28-56
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Student Information Disclosure Reports – Pg. 60
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Student Petition Process – Pg. 61-65
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Parking and Public Transportation – Pg. 66
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Voter Registration – Pg. 66
Financial Aid
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Financial Aid Disbursement – Pg. 109
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Types of Financial Aid – Pg. 109-118
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Fed. Direct Student Loan & Repayment–Pg. 110-114
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Loss of Financial Aid Due to Drug Offenses–
Pg. 119-120
Registration Policies
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Schedule Adjustments – Pg. 101-102
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Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing – Pg. 102-104
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Auditing Classes – Pg. 105
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Class Cancellations – Pg. 105
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Course Registration Limits – Pg. 105-106
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Foreign Transcripts – Pg. 106
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High School Transcripts – Pg. 106-107
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Placement Testing & Other Testing Services –
Pg. 107-108
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Records – Pg. 108
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Registration for Classes – Pg. 109
Student Health and Safety
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Campus Security and Crime Report – Pg. 122-123
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Drug and Alcohol Policy – Pg. 131
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Drug and Alcohol Criminal Penalties – Pg. 132-133
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Health Risks and Treatment – Pg. 134-136
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Smoke-Free Campus Policy – Pg. 131-132
Student Body Profile – Pg. 121
Student Life
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Student Activities – Pg. 137
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Clubs and Organizations – Pg. 137-140
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Student Government Association – Pg. 140
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Athletics – Pg. 140-141
Student Services and Support Services
 Academic Advising – Pg. 141-142
 Academic Success Center – Pg. 142-143
 Cafeteria (The Sandbar) – Pg. 143
 Contact Information – Pg. 144-147
 disAbility Support Services – Pg. 148
 Employment Opportunities – Pg. 148-149
 Health Insurance – Pg. 149
 My SRC – Online Student Services – Pg. 149
 New Student Orientation – Pg. 149
 The Successful Student’s Guide to College Terminology –
Pg. 151-160
 TRiO – Student Support Services SSS – Pg. 150
 Tutoring – Pg. 151
Campus Directories
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Canton/Havana Campus Directory – Pg. 161-166
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Macomb/Rushville Campus Directory – Pg. 167-172
ACCREDITATION AND APPROVALS
ACCREDITATION
Higher Learning Commission of the North Central
Association of Colleges and Schools
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
Chicago, IL 60604-1411
Telephone: (312) 263-0456
www.ncahle.org
APPROVED BY . . .
 Illinois Board of Higher Education
4 West Old Capitol Plaza, Room 500
Springfield, IL 62701-1287
www.ibhe.state.il.us
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Illinois Community College Board
401 East Capitol Avenue
Springfield, IL 62701-1711
www.iccb.org
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Illinois Department of Adult, Vocational, and
Technical Education
100 North First Street
Springfield, IL 62702
www.isbe.net
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Illinois Department of Financial and
Professional Regulations
525 West Jefferson Street
Springfield, IL 62786
www.idfpr.com
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Illinois Department of Public Health
320 West Washington Street
Springfield, IL 62786
www.idph.state.il.us
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Illinois State Board of Education
100 North First Street
Springfield, IL 62702
www.isbe.net
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Illinois Student Assistance Commission
1755 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015-5209
www.isac.org
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State-Approving Agency for Department of
Veteran's Affairs
833 South Spring Street
Springfield, IL 62794-9432
www.illinois.gov/veterans/benefits
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United States Department of Education
555 New Jersey Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20208-5574
www.ed.gov
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TUITION
2015 Tuition
Costs
Per Credit
Hour
3 credit class
12 hours
Includes Student
Fees of $20.00
per credit hour
Full-time Status
Includes Student Fees
of $20.00 per credit
hour
In-District
$120.00
$420.00
$1,680.00
Out-ofDistrict
$288.00
$924.00
$3,696.00
Out-ofState
$314.00
$1,002.00
$4,008.00
Online *
$175.00
$525.00
$2,100.00
2014 - 2015 Fees
Student Fees – per
credit hour
Immediate
Transcript Fee
$20.00 Student Life, Technology,
and Student Government
Association
$4.00 Immediate request
* The online tuition rate is all inclusive of student and
course fees.
Tuition and fees are subject to change through actions of
the Spoon River College Board of Trustees or by the State
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of Illinois formula used to calculate out-of-district fees.
Student fees support student government and
organizations, maintain technology appropriate for the
learning environment, testing materials, copies of student
class schedules, and schedule adjustments such as adding,
dropping, or withdrawing from classes.
Course Fees
Course fees are necessary to accommodate the continual
increase in consumable instructional material and
supplies. Certain programs, courses, and laboratory
classes require specialized supplies, laboratory equipment,
and tools.
2015-2016 Course Fees
General Education Science Courses –
per credit hour
Career & Technical Education Courses –
per credit hour
Developmental Education Courses –
per credit hour
$20.00
$30.00
$15.00
Books and Materials Fees
Books and supplies vary depending on how many and
what type of courses a student is enrolled in. As a general
rule, books, instructional material, and supplies for a fulltime college student are estimated to be around $550.00
per year. The Spoon River College Bookstore sells books
and supplies, and buys back qualifying used books in good
condition at the end of each term.
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The Spoon River College Bookstore has implemented a
textbook rental program. Books qualifying for this
program will be clearly marked and will be rented on each
campus. Please contact your local campus for details.
Other Costs of Attendance
In addition to tuition, fees, and books, students should
anticipate that they will have other costs and expenses as
a college student. Spoon River College expects that over a
nine month academic year students could have the
following expenses:
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Transportation - $1,350
Housing - $4,830
(Independent students and dependent students
living away from home estimated expenses. Many
of our students live with their parents while
attending college and will not incur this entire
expense.)
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses - $900.
To determine your estimated family contribution toward
your higher education expenses and to learn your net
price of attendance, go to the Net Price Calculator at
www.src.edu/services/financial-aid/Pages/default.aspx
Tuition and Fees Due Dates
Tuition and fees are due prior to the beginning of each
semester. Payment due dates are typically August 1 for
Fall session, December 1 for Spring session, and May 1 for
Summer session. Exact due dates adjusted for holidays and
weekends are published on the college’s website. Failure
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to pay tuition and fees or secure appropriate funding by
the published due date may result in the automatic
cancellation of the student's registration.
Payment in Full
Students may pay their total tuition and fees due to Spoon
River College by the published due date for each semester.
Payment may be made with cash, check, money order, or
credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover). Students not
paying in full can participate in the tuition payment plan.
Tuition Payment Plan
Nelnet Business Solutions (NBS) (formerly FACTS) is a
tuition payment plan that enables students to spread
tuition payments equally over several months, without
interest or finance charges. Paying monthly limits
borrowing and lowers overall costs of education. The fee
to budget monthly payments is a $25.00 per semester,
nonrefundable enrollment fee. For more information,
please contact Student Accounts at (309) 649-7021.
e-Cashier
Enrolling in NBS is simple, and the plan offers multiple
payment options. Connection to the e-Cashier website is
available through the SRC website. Students may budget
tuition and fees payments one of two ways:
1. Automatic Bank Payment (ACH): ACH payments are
those payments which authorize NBS to process directly
with the student’s financial institution. It is simply a bankto-bank transfer of preapproved funds for expenses at
Spoon River College. Payments may be made from either a
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checking or savings account. Payments are processed on
the 5th of each month and will continue until tuition is
paid in full.
2. Credit Card Option: Students may charge monthly
tuition payment to a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card.
Payments will be automatically charged to the credit card
on the 5th of each month until the balance is paid in full.
Credit card convenience fees will be charged by NBS.
Outstanding Accounts
Failure to pay all tuition and fees will result in the
student’s account being turned over to the State of Illinois
debt recovery program or a collection agency. All fees
associated with collection (currently 33% of the balance to
be collected) will be added to the student’s account.
Interest charges at the rate of 1% per month (12% per
year) will begin to accrue on any balance due, if not paid
by the published due date.
All previous financial obligations must be cleared before
the time of registration. No student shall be permitted to
enroll until such obligations are paid in full. Transcripts,
clearance for registration and graduation will be held on
all students with outstanding accounts until the account is
settled and a clearance forwarded to Admissions and
Records.
Chargeback
Students may enroll in an academic program not offered
by Spoon River College and apply for Spoon River College
to assist in providing partial tuition support (chargeback)
for students residing within the Spoon River College
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district to attend other Illinois public community colleges
within specified limits as listed below:
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Chargeback support will be provided only for students
who have declared intent to pursue a program of study
not offered by Spoon River College, which leads to a
certificate or degree.
Requests for support of individual courses will not be
honored, nor will requests which are based on
conveniences of scheduling, travel distance or other
personal factors.
Chargeback support will be provided for students who
pursue programs not offered by Spoon River College,
either on a full-time or part-time basis.
Students seeking attendance in a program not offered
by Spoon River College may be directed to colleges
that participate in a cooperative agreement.
To qualify for such chargeback support, students need
to complete and submit the chargeback form available
on the Spoon River College website.
Chargeback support is approved for one academic year
(3 semesters; fall, spring and summer) at a time.
Requests should be made at least 30 days in advance
of the term students are requesting.
Upon approval of a chargeback request, the student
will be responsible for paying only the in-district tuition
and fees of that community college.
Within five (5) days after the start of each semester,
students must forward a copy of their registration to
Spoon River College as verification of enrollment in the
approved program.
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Spoon River College will not pay chargeback should the
student elect to attend a college not part of the
cooperative agreement, if the program is not available
in their district.
Out-of-district students who are denied a chargeback
request with their in-district institution may enroll in
Spoon River College classes by paying the rate
approved for out-of-district students. Information is
available from the Office of the Vice President of
Instruction and Student Services.
Tuition Payment Statement (Form 1098T)
Spoon River students can secure their 1098T by logging
into their MySRC account, or one will be sent by mail at
the student’s request.
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Refunds
Students dropping a credit course(s), either online or in
person, after completing the appropriate paperwork, will
be eligible for refund of tuition and fees according to the
following schedule. The refund period is the number of
business days beginning with the first day of the semester.
Length of Class
Session
Refund Period
All Credit Courses
Up to the first class session
100%
9 to 16 Weeks
Semester
First day of the semester
th
through the 5 business day
100%
5 to 8 Weeks
Semester
First day of the semester
th
through the 5 business day
100%
2 to 4 Weeks
Semester
First day of the semester
nd
through the 2 business day
100%
Less than 2 Weeks
Semester
First day of the semester
nd
through the 2 business day
100%
Community Education
and Non-Credit
The day before the first class
meeting
100%
CDT program
First day of the semester
nd
through the 2 business day
100%
% Refund
 100% refund of tuition and fees is granted if a
scheduled course is cancelled by the college.
 Students who are asked to leave the college or a
course(s) for misconduct are NOT eligible to receive a
refund of tuition and fees.
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 Students may request a refund based upon a medical
withdrawal by completing a Medical Withdrawal Form,
located in Student Services.
 Military reservists called to active duty while enrolled at
Spoon River College shall receive a full refund or credit
against future enrollment. All requests are approved by
the Vice President of Administrative Services.
COLLEGE POLICY
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING
Spoon River College uses a variety of strategies to assess
student learning and achievement, generally categorized
in three areas:
 Achievement of individual course objectives: All faculty
have implemented classroom assessment activities,
upon which they report at least annually. Assessment
results are used to improve teaching and learning
strategies in the classroom.
 Achievement of program outcomes: Career and
technical programs use simulations, demonstrations,
and local and state licensure exams to assess
achievement of program outcomes. Faculty in transfer
programs work out ways to assess outcomes in their
separate program areas.
 Demonstrated competency in areas of general
education: The College has identified general
education competencies to be achieved by all students
completing a degree and an assessment program to
determine whether students are achieving those
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competencies. This program includes collecting
student work to be evaluated by assessment teams.
COMPUTING GUIDELINES
Spoon River College provides computing resources and
wireless access for students, faculty, staff, and guests to
further the mission of the college. The network has been
set up with security measures to ensure that unauthorized
users are prevented from accessing stored information
and network resources. The system is provided for the
official use of employees and students and as such the
systems and the stored information are subject to the
college’s review. The college will comply with all laws
pertaining to privacy on private networks. Users should
use personal media to store private information that they
do not wish to be subject to review. Users are personally
responsible for any misuse or illegal use of the systems
and are subject to all civil and criminal penalties arising
from such use. Every user shall act in an ethical manner
consistent with the stated goals and mission of Spoon
River College. Each user must accept the responsibility for
their actions while using the computing resources. The
college has the responsibility to provide appropriate
security, to maintain reliability and data integrity, and to
enforce these guidelines. Unauthorized uses of computer
resources include but are not limited to:
 Unauthorized access to college files, other user
files, or any protected and private computer
resources.
 Unauthorized copying, revising, damaging,
removing, or distributing software.
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Unauthorized copying, revising, damaging, removing,
or distributing college programs or data, or any other
user’s programs or data, without permission.
 Activities that disrupt normal computer/network use
and services. Such disruptions include, but are not
limited to, propagation of computer viruses, violation
of personal privacy, and unauthorized access to
protected and private network resources.
 Damaging or altering college computer equipment or
any technology.
 Usage which is harmful, threatening, bullying, or
harassing to other users.
 Unauthorized use of college computing resources for
monetary gain.
 Unauthorized installation of software on any Spoon
River College computer or network.
 Usage which violates any state or federal law.
 All installations on Spoon River College computers
must be approved by the Chief Information Officer or
Director of Technology Services, who will supervise
and coordinate all approved installations.
Misuse of college computing resources or failure to adhere
to Spoon River College’s Computing Guidelines is subject
to disciplinary student code of conduct action.
Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken against
individuals not adhering to computing guidelines or found
to have engaged in prohibited use of the college’s
computing system.
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Copyright Infringement and File Sharing
Under copyright law, it is illegal to download or share
copyrighted materials such as music or movies without the
permission of the copyright owner. Downloading or
sharing files are traceable and could result in a significant
financial penalty. Spoon River College will treat illegal
downloads or the illegal sharing of copyrighted materials
with college computers as a violation of the college’s
student code of conduct.
Summary of Civil and Criminal Penalties for Violation of
Federal Copyright Laws
Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without
permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive
rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of
the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code).
These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a
copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading
or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work
without authority constitutes an infringement.
Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and
criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil
copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either
actual damages or "statutory" damages affixed at not less
than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed.
For "willful" infringement, a court may award up to
$150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion,
also assess costs and attorneys' fees. For details, see Title
17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505.
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Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal
penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and
fines of up to $250,000 per offense.
For more information, please see the website of the U.S.
Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov; especially their
FAQ's at www.copyright.gov/help/faq.
DATA PRIVACY RIGHTS UNDER FERPA
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
affords students certain rights with respect to their
educational records. Spoon River College upholds the
federal law giving students the right to inspect, review,
and amend their educational records. SRC students will be
permitted to inspect their own educational records. In
addition, the college will not release or disclose
information or allow inspection of records without prior
written permission from the student, unless, by law, prior
consent is not required under certain circumstances.
Students also have a right to file a complaint with the U.S.
Department of Education concerning alleged failures by
the college to comply with the requirements of FERPA.
The name and address of the office that administers
FERPA is:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202-5901
Scope:
This policy applies to all Spoon River College students.
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Definitions:
College official: A person employed by the college in an
administrative, supervisory, academic, research, or
support staff position, or an outside contractor (e.g. health
or medical professional, attorney, auditor) acting as an
agent for the college or the Illinois Community College
Board, or a student employed in the college work
study/student worker program.
Educational data or education records: Any data in any
form directly relating to an individual student maintained
by the College or by a person acting for the institution.
Eligible Parent: A parent or guardian providing
documentation which supports that the student is a legal
dependent for tax purposes, or provides a signed release
as designated by official documentation.
Student: An individual currently or formerly enrolled or
registered or individuals who receive shared time
educational services from a public agency or institution.
All students at the College have the same rights regarding
their educational data, regardless of age.
Student records: Student records include any and all
records, in any medium, formally maintained by the
college, that are directly related to a student.
Details:
1. Notification of Rights: The College will provide students
in attendance with an annual notification of the rights
available under FERPA in the Student Handbook, which is
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produced on an annual basis and provided to each student
during the beginning of every semester, as determined by
the academic calendar. The Student Handbook is on the
College’s website. SRC will follow procedures to comply
with this law.
2. Right to Review and Inspect: Students have the right to
review and inspect their permanent student records
within 45 days of the day the college receives a request for
access. A student should submit to the Director of
Enrollment Services or Dean of Student Services, or other
appropriate official, a written request that identifies the
record(s) the student wishes to inspect. The college official
will make arrangements for access and notify the student
of the time and place where the records may be inspected.
If the records are not maintained by the college official to
whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise
the student of the correct official to whom the request
should be addressed. A student desiring copies of
educational records may receive such, after payment of a
fee of $1.00 per sheet. This is exclusive of normal
transcript service.
3. Waiver of Right to Inspect: The College will not provide
confidential letters or statements of recommendation
concerning admission to another educational institution,
or applications for employment, unless the student has
waived the right to inspect such letters or statements.
4. Right to Amend Educational Records: The student, or
eligible parents of the student, may challenge the accuracy
of their educational records. It is important to note that
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grades earned are not covered under FERPA because the
rights of challenge are not intended to allow a student to
contest, for example, a grade in a course because the
student felt that a higher grade should have been
assigned. However, FERPA does obligate faculty to honor
a student’s request to determine if a grade was recorded
in error.
The process to request a revision of an educational record
may include the following steps and appeal options:
Step One – If the student believes that the education
record is inaccurate, misleading or in violation of privacy
rights, the student may request in writing to the Director
of Enrollment Services that the record be changed. The
letter should state the nature of the inaccuracy or error
and request the revision that the student wants made in
the record. The Director will review the request and
respond to the student in writing within ten (10) business
days of receipt of the request.
Step Two – If the request to amend the record is denied by
the Director of Enrollment Services, a student may request
an appeal review before the Dean of Student Services
within ten (10) business days of the date of notification of
the appeal decision in step one. Failure to file an appeal in
a timely manner constitutes a waiver of the right to
appeal.
The Dean of Student Services will review the request for
appeal review letter and will determine if the request has
merit. In addition, the Dean of Student Services may
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schedule a meeting with the applicant. An advocate may
attend this meeting but may not participate, except to
advise. In the event that new information is presented
that may affect the outcome of the original record revision
decision in step one, the Dean of Student Services has the
discretion to request a meeting with the Director of
Enrollment Services and the student appealing the
decision. The Dean will render a review decision in writing
within ten (10) business days of the appeal meeting.
Step Three – Following the decision of the appeal review,
a student may request a third review before the Vice
President of Instruction and Student Services. The request
for a third appeal must be submitted in writing to the Vice
President within ten (10) business days of the date of the
appeal review decision completed in step two. Failure to
file an appeal in a timely manner constitutes a waiver of
the right to appeal.
The Vice President will review the original appeal letter,
the appeal review letter and the third appeal request and
will determine if the grounds for a third-level appeal have
merit. The Vice President may schedule a meeting with
the student. An advocate may attend this meeting but
may not participate, except to advise. In the event new
information is presented which may affect the outcome of
the original record revision request or the appeal review
decision, the Vice President has the discretion to request a
meeting of the Director of Enrollment Services, the Dean
of Student Services and the student appealing the request
to revise a record. The Vice President will render a third-
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level appeal decision in writing within ten (10) business
days of the third-level appeal meeting.
Step Four – Following the outcome of a third-level appeal
with the Vice President, a student may request a final
review. Unresolved third-level appeals will be referred to
the College President for final review. The President shall
issue a decision in writing to the student within ten (10)
business days of the request for final review. The
President’s decision is final and binding.
5. Disclosure: There are two types of information
distinguished under FERPA: personally identifiable
information and directory information. Certain conditions
exist with regard to disclosure of each kind of information.
The College complies as follows:
A. Personally Identifiable Information: Personally
Identifiable Information is information that would include
identifying data such as student’s name, social security
number, academic work completed, grades, achievement
test scores, aptitude test scores, health data, or other
personal characteristics or information which would make
the student’s identity easily traceable. Prior consent, in the
form of a signed and dated document, must be provided
by the student to authorize the college to disclose
personally identifiable information. The consent must
specify records that may be disclosed, should state the
purpose of disclosure, and must identify the party or class
of parties to whom disclosure may be made.
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B. Directory Information: FERPA allows for the disclosure
of directory information as identified by the institution.
Spoon River College has designated the student’s name,
address, telephone listing, electronic mail address, major
field of study, dates of attendance, most recent education
agency or institution attended, degrees, honors and
awards, height and weight of student athletes, and
participation in officially recognized activities as directory
information. The college will disclose directory information
only, upon request, to other educational colleges and/or
universities. A student has the right to refuse designation
of any or all of this directory information by notifying the
Director of Enrollment Services in writing within ten (10)
college days of the student’s initial enrollment.
6. Exceptions: FERPA allows for the release of student
records without written consent of the student under the
following conditions:
A. To school officials with legitimate educational interest.
The College has designated school officials such as faculty,
administration, professional employees, support staff,
work-study students, or persons employed by or under
contract to the College (example: an attorney or auditor)
acting as an official agent of the College to perform a
business function or service on behalf of the institution. A
school official is determined to have legitimate
educational interest if the information requested is
necessary for that official to:
1) perform appropriate tasks which are specified in
his or her position description or by a contract
agreement;
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2) perform a task related to a student’s education;
3) perform a task related to the discipline of a student;
4) provide a service or benefit relating to the student
or student’s family, such as health care, counseling,
job placement, or financial aid;
5) identify tasks that must be determined to be
consistent with the purposes for which the data are
maintained; and/or
6) maintain safety and security on campus;
B. In compliance with a court order or subpoena;
C. To parents of dependent students;
Parents of dependent students may have the right to gain
access to information in student education records. For
purposes of FERPA, the college limits the student
education record information that may be released
(without the student’s specific written permission) to
Directory Information and specific data elements only.
A student must have indicated that either parent claimed
him/her as a tax dependent on an application for financial
aid (FAFSA). Otherwise, the parent must provide a copy of
the most recently completed Federal Income Tax Return
indicating that the student in question was claimed as a
dependent.
The college defines a dependent as a student that is
considered dependent on a parent according to IRS
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guidelines (as defined in Section 152 of the Internal
Revenue Code of 1954). In addition, the College will
assume dependency for students enrolled in the dual
enrollment program. Dependency status will be verified
through the use of financial aid records maintained in the
S drive or by requesting IRS records from a student’s
parent. If dependency cannot be determined, a signed
release from the student will be required.
The following information may be released to the parents
of dependent college students;
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Tuition account balances
Financial aid eligibility
Student’s schedule of classes
Reason for an account hold
Explanation of satisfactory academic progress
status
Directory information can be released to parents without
verifying dependency status.
The college will respond to phone or in-person inquiries by
the parents of dependent students.
If for any reason staff does not feel comfortable releasing
information over the phone, the caller will be referred to
the staff member’s immediate supervisor, the Dean of
Student Services, or the Director of Enrollment Services.
D. To schools in which a student seeks or intends to enroll
(the College will make an attempt to notify the student
that records are being provided);
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E. To the Comptroller General of the United States;
F. To the Attorney General of the United States;
G. To the Secretary of the Department of Education;
H. To State and Local educational authorities involving an
audit or evaluation of compliance with education
programs;
I.
In connection with a student’s application for, or
receipt of, financial aid (such as the administration or
continuation of aid), and organizations associated with
providing financial aid to a student;
J. In the event of a health or safety emergency where the
information is required to resolve the emergency;
K. That is considered directory information, so long as the
student has not requested nondisclosure of this
information;
L. That is a result of a disciplinary hearing where the
student is the perpetrator of a crime of violence or a nonforcible sex offense. Under this exception, information
may be released to anyone, including the media. No
information on the victim or witnesses may be released;
M. Of a student under the age of 21 who has committed
a drug or alcohol related offense (e.g. reporting the
offense to the parents of the student);
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N. To an alleged victim of a crime of violence (as defined
in 18 U.S.C. Sect 16) or non-forcible sex offense, the final
results of the alleged student perpetrator’s disciplinary
proceeding may be released;
O. Federal and state government agencies and officials,
accrediting agencies, and organizations conducting studies
for or on behalf of educational agencies, if conducted so as
not to permit the personal identification of any individual
student;
P. To schools or colleges to which the student is currently
enrolled (dual enrollment, consortium agreements);
Q. Release of information requested under the terms of
the Patriot Act;
R. Directory information.
7. Right to File a Complaint: A student has a right to file a
complaint with the U.S. Department of Education. There
are two basic requirements for a complaint to be properly
filed against an institution in relation to FERPA infractions:
A. The complaint must be made within 180 day of when
the infraction was discovered.
B. There must be sufficient facts (evidence) to prove the
violation.
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The Family Policy Compliance Office, U. S. Department of
Education, 400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, D.C.
20202-4605 is the office responsible for enforcing/
administering the Family Educational Rights and Privacy
Act and should be contacted to file a complaint.
8. Students Right-to-Know: The Student Right-To-Know
Act of 1990 requires the College to compile and release
completion, graduation, and transfer-out rates to all
students. This information is available from the Office of
Admissions and Records.
EMERGENCY CLOSING
The College will normally remain open except for official
holidays. However, in times of inclement weather, classes
may be suspended. The decision will not necessarily
parallel that of the public schools. The decision to close
the campus will normally be made by 6:00 a.m. and for
evening classes by 3:00 p.m.
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Information will be posted at the following locations:
SRC Website www.SRC.edu
Radio Stations
WBYS 107.9 FM
WMBD 1470 AM
WCIC 91.5 FM
WIUM 91.3 FM
WJEQ 102.7 FM
WKXQ 92.5 FM
WRMS 94.3 FM
WDUK 99.3 FM
WKAI 99.3 FM
WGIL 92.7 FM
TV Stations
WEEK (NBC 25)
WMBD (CBS 31)
WHOI (ABC 19)
WGEM (NBC 10)
EMERGENCY WEATHER CLOSING PHONE NUMBERS
Canton and Havana – (309) 649-6336
Macomb and Rushville – (309) 833-6082
ID CARDS
It is the policy of Spoon River College to require photo
identification cards for all employees and students of the
college in order to facilitate safety and security and to
improve access to college services.
The SRC ID card is the property of Spoon River
College. The Canton Learning Resources Center (Library) is
responsible for the overall production and distribution of
the official ID card.
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STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
SECTION A. GENERAL POLICIES
1. Purpose and Basis for Authority
The Spoon River College Student Code of Conduct serves
two purposes: (1) to serve as a guide for student behavior;
and (2) to outline the procedures to be followed, both by
students and college officials, should violations of the
Code occur. It is expected that all students will read this
code and will be responsible for knowing and abiding by its
contents.
In the eyes of the College, two authorities guide a
student’s conduct while on campus or while participating
in off-campus, college-sponsored activities. First, each
student is expected to abide by the rules, regulations, and
policies of the College. Secondly, each student is expected
to obey local, state, and federal laws.
2. Philosophy
The College strives to maintain an environment in which
all students are free to pursue their academic interests
and responsibilities. Conduct by a single student or a
group of students that restricts such freedom and
interferes with the College mission of promoting student
learning is subject to regulation and/or sanction by the
College. Therefore, a major function of the College is to
recognize student rights and, at the same time, to demand
student responsibility.
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3. Student Rights
The rights of students of the College derive both from their
status as students and from their status as citizens. These
rights include, but are not limited to, the following:
1) The right to freedom from discrimination or
harassment on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender,
sexual orientation, religion, creed, political beliefs,
national origin, or disability.
2) The right to be safe and free from all physical
violence.
3) The right to expect that their personal property will
be safe from theft, damage, and destruction.
4) The right to accurate and timely information
regarding academic issues, such as course
requirements and expectations, and graduation
requirements.
5) The right to expect that all of their records will be
maintained in accordance with the Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
6) The right to fair and impartial treatment in the
investigation of any alleged violation.
7) The right to expect fair, consistent, and appropriate
discipline, if they are found guilty of violating a rule
or regulation.
8) The right to grieve actions and policies, which they
consider unfair and inconsistent.
9) The right to freely engage in inquiry and discussion,
the cornerstone of education at the College.
Therefore, in accordance with the guarantees of
federal and state constitutions, students have the
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right to speak, write, and discuss freely all ideas
relevant to their educational development.
4. Definitions
 Expulsion: Permanent denial of enrollment at the
College.
 Hazing: An act which endangers the mental or
physical health or safety of a person, subjects a
person to public humiliation or ridicule, or which
destroys or removes public or private property for
purposes of membership in a student group,
organization, or athletic team.
 Student: An individual enrolled in a credit or noncredit course or classes or who has been admitted
to the college at the time that the alleged conduct
offense occurred.
 Summary Suspension: A suspension imposed
without a formal hearing to ensure the safety and
well-being of members of the College community.
 Suspension: Denial of the privilege of enrollment
for a specified period of time, after which the
student is eligible to return. Conditions for readmission may be specified.
5. General Policy
Generally, College disciplinary action shall be for conduct
that adversely affects the college pursuit of its educational
objectives. The reference to “College” includes any event
or site off campus where students, faculty, and staff
represent the College. Some programs may have more
stringent policies that can be found within the publications
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of the respective department(s) or with the appropriate
Dean.
6. Misconduct
The following misconduct is subject to disciplinary action.
This list is not exhaustive and could include student
conduct committed off campus that affects the College,
students, staff, or faculty and/or impacts the learning
environment at the College:
SECTION B. ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
1. Definition
Academic misconduct generally refers to behavior in which
an individual cheats, plagiarizes, or otherwise falsely
represents someone else’s work as his or her own. Forms
of Academic misconduct include, but are not limited to:
 Cheating: During any academic evaluation activity,
using or attempting to use unauthorized materials,
information, notes, study aids, or other devices or
information from another student or student’s
paper; during any academic evaluation activity, any
unauthorized communication of information,
including
collaborating,
contrary
to
the
requirements of a course, with others (who may or
may not be students) in work to be presented;
altering graded work after it has been returned,
then submitting the work for reevaluation and regrading; tampering with the academic work of
other students.
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Plagiarism: Presenting the work of another as one’s
own (i.e., without proper acknowledgement of the
source or sources) or submitting a piece of work
which in part or in whole is not entirely the
student’s own work, without attributing the
unoriginal portions to their correct sources. The
sole exception to the requirement of
acknowledging sources occurs when ideas or
information are common knowledge.
Falsification and Fabrication: Altering, counterfeiting, or inventing information or material
presented in an academic evaluation activity;
presenting data in a piece of work that were not
gathered in accordance with guidelines defining
appropriate methods for collecting or generating
data, or including a substantially inaccurate
account of the method by which the data were
gathered or collected.
Abuse of Academic Materials: Destroying, stealing,
altering, or making inaccessible library, laboratory,
or other academic resource materials, including
computer data, or attempting to do so; stealing
examinations, or other course materials, or
attempting to do so.
Complicity in Academic Dishonesty: Helping, or
attempting to help, another to commit an act of
academic dishonesty, especially providing material
or information to another person with knowledge
that the material or information will be used
deceitfully in an academic evaluation activity;
permitting one’s own work to be submitted by
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another person as if it were that person’s original
work.
Falsification of Records and Official Documents:
Altering documents affecting academic records;
forging signature of authorization or falsifying
information on any official academic document,
including a permission form, a petition or any other
document designed to meet or exempt a student
from an established academic regulation; failing to
report previous academic records.
Personal Misrepresentation and Proxy:
Participating in an academic evaluation activity in
the place of another person either before or after
enrollment; assisting in any arrangement whereby
any work, placement or proficiency tests,
classroom performance, examination or other
academic evaluation activity is submitted or
performed by a person other than the student in
whose name the work is submitted or performed;
having another person participate in an academic
evaluation activity or evaluation in place of oneself.
Bribes, Favors, Threats: Bribing or attempting to
bribe, promising favors to, or making threats
against any person, with the intention of affecting
a record of a grade or evaluation of academic
performance; conspiring with another person who
then performs one of these acts in one’s behalf.
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Other examples of academic misconduct include:
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Submitting another individual’s work as your own
with minor alterations.
Submitting another individual’s work without
appropriate use of quotations, footnotes or
references.
Submitting the same work for credit for more than
one course without written permission from all
instructors involved.
Submitting or presenting falsified research.
Copying from another individual during any type of
examination.
Receiving an answer to an exam from another
student during an examination or communication
of answers to an exam with other students; this
includes allowing other students to copy off one's
exam during a test.
Tampering with an examination after it has been
corrected.
Using any material not permitted by the instructor
on an examination.
Requesting, acquiring, possessing, or providing
another person with an examination or portion of
an examination without consent of the instructor.
Changing, attempting to change, or falsifying
academic records, including attendance records or
sign-in sheets.
Disruption or obstruction of classroom and/or
College activities.
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Aiding another student in the performance of any
of the above acts.
2. Procedures for Issues of Academic Misconduct
Faculty members have the authority to decide if students
have committed academic misconduct. If a faculty
member suspects academic misconduct, the faculty
member will proceed with the following steps:
Step 1:
The instructor who has witnessed academic dishonesty or
who has other evidence that academic dishonesty has
occurred will meet with the student to present the
allegation. Following this conference, depending on the
gravity of the incident and the evidence available, the
instructor will determine whether to handle the matter
within the classroom or to proceed to Step 2. In all cases in
which the instructor determines academic dishonesty has
occurred he/she will complete an Academic Misconduct
Incident Report form and forward it within ten (10)
instructional days to the Vice President of Instruction and
Student Services for documentation and record keeping.
Whether the student admits or denies academic
dishonesty, the instructor may give the student a failing
grade on the assignment and/or a reduced or failing grade
in the course, and the student will not be allowed to
withdraw from the course. If the instructor awards a
failing grade on the assignment and/or a reduced or failing
grade in the course for academic dishonesty and the
student disputes the allegation, the student may file a
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grievance as outlined in the Student Academic Grievance
Procedure.
If the instructor has determined that a case of academic
dishonesty will be handled within the classroom, the Dean
of Student Services will receive, review, and file the
report. In addition, the Dean of Student Services will refer
the matter to the Dean of Instruction and he/she may
consult with the instructor before filing. If, upon the
dean’s receipt of the Incident Report, it is found that a
student has repeated offenses, the Dean of Student
Services, the Dean of Instruction, and the instructors who
have filed reports will meet to determine if the
accumulation of incidents require Step 2 action.
Incidents of academic dishonesty that do not occur in the
classroom setting will be reported via completion of the
Academic Incident Report by the college staff member
who observed the incident or who has evidence of the
occurrence. The report will be forwarded to the Vice
President of Instruction and Student Services within ten
(10) instructional days of the occurrence or discovery of
the academic dishonesty.
The Vice President of
Instruction and Student Services will forward the incident
report to the subcommittee of the Student and Academic
Affairs Committee for review as outlined in Step 3 of this
policy.
Step 2:
If the instructor has determined that the incident is of
sufficient gravity to be addressed beyond the classroom,
the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services will
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review the Academic Misconduct Incident Report and at
her or his option have a consultation with the instructor
and/or the student. At this point, the Vice President of
Instruction and Student Services will make a determination
whether or not to proceed to Step 3.
Step 3:
Should the Vice President of Instruction and Student
Services determine that subsequent steps are justified, the
Vice President will forward the incident report within ten
(10) instructional days to the chairperson of the Student
and Academic Affairs Committee who will appoint a
subcommittee of the Student and Academic Affairs
Committee composed of two students, two faculty
members, and one administrator. If the two student
members of the committee cannot serve, other students
may be appointed. The administrator will chair the
subcommittee.
The name and student identification number will be
removed from the incident report before it is forwarded to
the chairperson of the Student and Academic Affairs
Committee. The student will be notified in writing by the
Vice President of Instruction and Student Services that
he/she has the opportunity to respond in writing or
appear before the subcommittee concerning the
allegation. The student will be provided with appropriate
documents/evidence relating to the allegations. The
identity of the student will be revealed to the
subcommittee only if the student chooses to appear at the
meeting of the subcommittee and present an oral
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response. The subcommittee will review the incident
report, provide the instructor the opportunity to explain
the allegation and the student to respond, and
recommend to the President of the college within fifteen
(15) instructional days one or more of the following
actions based on the gravity of the incident:
A. No additional punishment is warranted.
B. Participation in college-sponsored student
activities should be suspended for a specific period
of time.
C. College-sponsored grants and/or scholarships
should be revoked.
D. Suspension from the college should be imposed for
a specified period of time.
E. Expulsion from the college should be imposed.
Step 4:
The
President
will review the
report
and
recommendation(s) of the subcommittee and send a
written decision to the student within fifteen (15)
instructional days. If the student is not satisfied with the
decision of the President, and the student’s dissatisfaction
does not relate to the grade received in the course, but to
other penalties included in the decision, he/she may
request that a grievance be submitted to the Board of
Trustees by forwarding a written notice to the President
within ten (10) instructional days after receiving notice of
the President’s disposition.
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SECTION C. NON-ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
1. Definition
Non-academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Behavioral Offenses:
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Physical
assault
and/or
battery
and/or
psychological abuse or threat of such abuse of any
person on College premises, at College activities or
college sponsored events.
Unauthorized possession of any dangerous
chemicals or explosive element or component
parts thereof.
Physically detaining or restraining any other
persons or removing individuals from any place
where they are authorized to remain.
Disruption or obstruction of: (a) teaching, (b)
research, (c) administration, (d) disciplinary
proceedings, (e) other college activities including
its public-service functions on or off campus, or (f)
any authorized non-college activities when the act
of disruption or obstruction occurs on college
premises.
Physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, bullying,
intimidation, coercion, and/or other conduct which
threatens or endangers the health or safety and
well-being of any person.
Hazing, or actions taken and situations created, in
connection with the initiation into or affiliation
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with any organization. Hazing includes any
intentional or reckless act, on or off the college
property, by students induced or coerced by
others, involving any action which is directed
against any other student that endangers the
mental or physical health or safety of that student.
Failure to comply with directions of college officials
or law enforcement officers acting in the
performance of their duties and/or failure to
identify oneself to these persons when requested
to do so.
Conduct which is disorderly (disruptive), lewd, or
indecent on college premises or at functions
sponsored by the College.
Sending threatening or offensive e-mails to faculty,
staff, or students.
Criminal sexual behavior including, but not limited
to, the implied use or threatened use of force to
engage in any sexual activity against a person’s will
and/or engaging in such behavior with a person
who is unconscious or substantially mentally
impaired (including intoxication); intentionally
touching another person’s genitals, buttocks, or
breasts without the person’s consent; indecent
exposure; voyeurism.
Harassment: Any act of harassment by an
individual or group against a student, college
employee, campus group, visitor, or guest.
Harassment shall include, but is not limited to,
insults, heckling, verbal abuse, threats of physical
abuse, unwanted suggestions of a sexual nature,
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repeated teasing, bullying, or annoyance of
another or other actions intended to disturb
others.
Knowingly furnishing false information to college
personnel.
Knowledgeable passing of an insufficient funds
check or fraudulent money order in payment of
any financial obligation to the College.
Any forgery, alteration of, or unauthorized use of
college
documents,
forms,
records,
or
identification cards including necessary information
in connection with a student’s admission,
enrollment, financial transactions, or status with
the College.
Dress: College students are mature enough to
make wise and appropriate decisions on the type
of apparel suitable for a college campus. Dress
which disrupts the learning process is not allowed.
Dress that includes any words or images that are
obscene, offensive, or tend to promote violence or
drugs or disrespect is inappropriate.
Attempts and complicity: attempts to commit acts
prohibited by this code or encouraging others to
commit acts prohibited by this code will be
punished to the same extent as if one had
committed the prohibited act.
Unauthorized use of the college’s logo or name in
unofficial student publications and web sites is
prohibited.
Making a false report concerning a fire, bomb, or
other emergency.
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For some programs, conduct that would normally
be considered behavioral misconduct may be
subject to academic discipline (e.g., attending a
nursing clinical while under the influence of drugs
or alcohol would constitute academic misconduct
for nursing students.)
Bias Related Offenses:
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Any offense that is motivated by bias may result in
stronger penalties. An offense motivated by bias is
any offense wherein the accused intentionally
selects the alleged victim because of the alleged
victim’s race, creed, disability, color, religion,
national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual
orientation, public assistance status, or inclusion in
any group/class protected by state or federal law.
Property Offenses:
 Any act of misuse, vandalism, malicious or
unwarranted damage or destruction, defacing,
disfiguring, or unauthorized use of property
belonging to the College including but not limited
to: fire alarms, fire equipment, elevators,
telephones, college keys, library materials, and or
safety devices; and any such act against a member
of the college community or a guest of the College.
 Seizing, holding, stealing, commandeering, or
damaging any property or facility of the College, or
a threat to do so; and any act of misuse, act of
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theft, or unauthorized possession or sale of college
property, or any such act against a member of the
college community or a guest of the College.
Refusing to depart from any property or facilities of
the College upon direction by College officials or
other authorized persons.
Possessing, making, or causing to be made, without
proper authorization, any key to operate locks or
locking mechanisms on campus and tampering
with locks in college buildings.
Littering, defacing, destroying, or damaging College
property, or property under College jurisdiction, or
removing or using such property without
authorization.
Unauthorized entry to, or use of, College facilities
or equipment.
Intentionally or recklessly activating a fire alarm
without cause; damaging fire safety equipment; or
initiating a false report, warning, or threat of fire,
explosion or other emergency.
Parking in unauthorized areas.
College Policy Offenses:
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Violation of published college policies, rules, or
regulations.
Violation of federal, state, or local law on collegesponsored or supervised activities.
Gambling, holding an unauthorized raffle or lottery
on the campus or at any College function.
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Unauthorized possession of firearms or other
weapons. Any possession of weapons must be
authorized by the College’s president.
Apparent or alleged violation of local ordinances,
federal, or state laws where said violation poses a
substantial threat to the safety and/or welfare of
campus community members.
Attempts and complicity: attempts to commit acts
prohibited by this code or encouraging others to
commit acts prohibited by this code will be
punished to the same extent as if one had
committed the prohibited act.
Interfering with the judicial procedures or
outcomes including, but not limited to,
falsification; distortion or misrepresentation of
information before an administrator or conduct
review panel; knowingly initiating a complaint
without cause; or failure to comply with the
sanction(s) imposed by either a hearing officer or
administration.
Failure to comply with the terms of any disciplinary
sanction imposed in accordance with the code of
student conduct.
Violation of the College’s solicitation policy.
Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Related Offenses:
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The unlawful
distributing of
including any
hallucinogenic
possession or use, selling, or
any drug or controlled substance,
stimulant, depressant, narcotic,
drug or substance, marijuana, or
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sale or distribution of any such drug or controlled
substance on college-owned or controlled property
or at any college-sponsored activity.
Introduction or having possession of any alcoholic
beverage, as defined in Illinois state statute, on any
campus, or while involved in a College activity,
service project, program or workstation. The
College will work with local and state law
enforcement agencies to enforce underage
drinking laws.
Reporting to campus while under the influence of a
controlled substance that affects alertness,
coordination, reaction, response, judgment,
decision-making, or safety. Students having valid
medical reasons for using physician-prescribed
controlled substances that may affect their ability
to perform or participate in class, clinic, or lab must
report such use to their instructors and provide a
note from their physician upon request from the
College.
Use of any tobacco or vaping product is prohibited
on Spoon River College property, including
buildings, grounds, parking lots, and vehicles. The
Smoke-Free Campus Act (Public Act 098-0985)
prohibits smoking on property owned or operated
by a State-supported institution of higher
education.
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Technology Related Offenses:
 Access abuses including, but not limited to,
unauthorized use of student, staff, or faculty
passwords; accessing restricted databases, files,
and web sites; tampering with computer
equipment; manipulation of the College's web site;
sending threatening or offensive e-mails to
students, staff, or faculty.
 Sending threatening, offensive, harassing, or
bullying e-mails using College-owned computers,
the College’s network, or social media.
 Use of a College computer for business purposes.
 Use of a College computer to access or distribute
pornographic web sites.
 Disrupting classroom activities with electronic
devices.
 Violations of the College’s computer usage and lab
guidelines.
 Copyright Infringement or unlawful file-sharing.
Off Campus Offenses:
Spoon River College may hold students accountable for a
violation of the behavioral conduct offenses contained in
the Student Code of Conduct committed off campus when:
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Hazing is involved; or
Student-to-student harassment is involved; or
The violation is committed while participating in a
college sanctioned or sponsored activity; or
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The victim of the violation is a member of the
college community; or
The violation constitutes a felony under state or
federal law; or
The violation adversely affects the educational,
research, or service functions of the College.
2. Sanctions for Non-Academic Misconduct
Sanctions for academic and non-academic misconduct
include but are not limited to the following:
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Summary Suspension (See Section D.1): A
suspension imposed without a formal hearing to
ensure the safety and well-being of members of
the College, which shall include an oral or written
statement from the Vice President of Instruction
and Student Services that the student has been
accused of violating College policy and may be
subject to more severe sanctions. Students who
are summarily suspended are still responsible for
paying balances owed for tuition, fees, and books.
Suspensions are noted on the student’s academic
transcript.
Exclusion
from
participation
in
College
extracurricular activities for a period of time not to
exceed one academic year, including, but not
limited to, holding any student office.
Restitution: Required reimbursement for damage
to or misappropriation of property. Restitution
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may take the form of appropriate services or other
compensation.
Denial of Related Privileges: Example: denial of the
use of the College computers if the violation is
related to the use of computer technology.
Warning: Issuance of a written warning,
admonition, or reprimand. This may include a
referral for counseling.
Suspension (See Section D.2): Denial of enrollment
for a specified period of time, after which the
student is eligible to return. During this time the
student cannot qualify for graduation, register for
or attend classes or other College functions.
Suspended students are still responsible for
payment of balances owed for tuition, fees, and
books. Suspensions are noted in the student’s
academic transcript.
Expulsion: Permanent denial of enrollment at the
College. Expelled students are still responsible for
paying balances owed for tuition, fees, and books.
Expulsions are noted on the student’s academic
transcript.
Probation: A written reprimand in response to
misconduct. Probation is a designated period of
time where the student is expected not to repeat
the act of misconduct or engage in other
misconduct. Further sanctions may be imposed if
the student repeats the behavior that resulted in
the probation or engages in further misconduct
while on probation.
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Administrative and legal sanctions up to and
including expulsion and referral for prosecution will
be imposed on students who violate the College’s
drug and alcohol policy. A disciplinary sanction may
include the completion of an appropriate
rehabilitation program.
Community service: A work assignment at a public
agency (Library, College, School, County agency,
etc.).
In cases of hazing, disciplinary action may be taken
against both individuals and organizations or
groups.
Grade Adjustment: Lowering of a test, assignment,
or course grade.
Course Failure: Failure of a student from a course
where misconduct occurred.
Discretionary Sanctions: Additional academic
assignments determined by the student’s
instructor(s).
Alcohol and Drug Violations: Students who have
violated the College’s student conduct policy
concerning alcohol and drugs will generally be
subject to the following progressive discipline
schedule. Depending upon the nature and the
severity of the violation, more serious sanctions
may be imposed with a first offense than are
outlined below.
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1) First Offense:
 Warning will be issued
 Student-athletes would be subject to a onegame suspension and students in clubs and
organizations would be prohibited from
participating in the next scheduled activity.
 Completion of Alcohol 101 web-based
instructional module.
2) Second Offense:
 Probation status for the remaining time of
enrollment.
 Student-athletes would be subject to a two
game suspension and students in clubs and
organizations would be prohibited from
participating in the next two scheduled
activities.
 Advising appointment and the completion of an
alcohol/drug abuse screening inventory.
 Community service.
3) Third Offense:
 Suspension from the College not to exceed ten
(10) days.
 Student-athletes and student that are members
of a club or organization would be permanently
suspended from participating for the balance of
the academic year.
 Referral to alcohol/drug abuse screening.
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3. Procedures for Filing a Misconduct Complaint
A. A notice of complaint or an alleged violation must be
submitted along with an explanation of evidence
supporting the complaint to the Dean of Student
Services. Any member of the college community may
file a written complaint alleging that a student or
organization has violated student conduct policy.
B. The Dean of Student Services may refer the matter to
the Dean of Instruction for review and investigation if
the accusation involves academic misconduct.
C. A “Formal Review” may be conducted as a first step in
cases which acts of violence, discrimination, or
harassment are alleged. Alleged acts of this nature will
also be reported to the Office of Human Resources.
D. Informal Review
Within ten (10) business days of receiving an
accusation of non-academic misconduct against a
student the Dean of Student Services or Dean of
Instruction shall conduct an investigation of the
charges.
1. If the complaint is unsupported by the investigation,
it will be dismissed.
2. If there is sufficient evidence to support the
allegation, the Dean of Student Services or Dean of
Instruction shall offer the accused student an
opportunity to resolve the violation at an informal
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meeting. Prior to this meeting, the student shall be
given oral or written notice of the specific charges
against him/her and the evidence collected to
support the complaint.
The notice of charges will be delivered to the
student five (5) business days prior to the meeting
with the Dean of Student Services or Dean of
Instruction. During the meeting, the Dean of
Student Services or Dean of Instruction shall review
the complaint and documentation with the student
and allow the student to present an explanation.
Within ten (10) business days of the meeting, the
Dean of Student Services or Dean of Instruction
shall inform the accused student in writing of the
decision concerning a code violation and sanctions.
In addition, the victim of harassment or an act of
violence will be notified of the results of the
conduct violation review. A student who is subject
to a sanction may request in writing a formal
hearing prior to implementation of the sanction.
E. Formal Review
In the event of an alleged conduct violation that could
lead to suspension or expulsion, involves an alleged act
of violence or sexual assault, or a request by a student
accused of misconduct, the Dean of Student Services
or Dean of Instruction will convene a formal review
within ten (10) business days of receipt of a student’s
written request or formal complaint. The formal
review panel will consist of the Dean of Instruction,
faculty member not serving as faculty to the accused,
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an advisor and the Student Government president. The
panel is chaired and presided over by the Dean of
Student Services or Dean of Instruction, or designee of
either office. Students requesting a formal review shall
be notified in writing of the time, place, and date of
the review within five business days of its receipt. The
student must also be informed in writing of:
1. The specific conduct provisions the student is
accused of violating,
2. The evidence to be presented against him/her, and
3. A list of witnesses and the nature of their
testimony.
A student's failure to appear at the hearing shall not
prevent the hearing from proceeding as scheduled.
The student shall be given the opportunity to speak in
his/her own defense, present witnesses, question any
witnesses, and may have an advisor or advocate
present. The advisor may provide advice to the student
but may not participate in the hearing. The decision of
the review panel will be determined by majority vote
after review of the investigative report, other
evidence, and meeting with the accused and other
witnesses. The decision of the formal review panel will
be delivered to the student in writing within five (5)
business days of the meeting and shall include
information about any sanctions.
F. Appeals
Following the outcome of an informal or formal review
decision, a student may request an appeal review
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before the Vice President of Instruction and Student
Services. The request for an appeal must be submitted,
in writing, to the Vice President of Instruction and
Student Services within ten (10) business days of the
date of notification of the decision. Failure to file an
appeal or request an extension in a timely manner
constitutes a waiver of the right to an appeal. The basis
for an appeal will be limited to the following grounds:
1. The sanction is excessively severe.
2. New or newly discovered evidence of a nature that
may substantially affect the outcome of the
hearing exists.
3. There was a procedural error that substantially
affects the outcome of the hearing.
The Vice President of Instruction and Student Services
will review the appeal letter and will determine if one
or more of the grounds for appeal has merit. The Vice
President of Instruction and Student Services will
schedule a meeting between the accused student and
Vice President. A student’s advisor or advocate may
attend this meeting, but may not participate except to
advise the student. In the event that new evidence is
presented that may affect the outcome of the decision,
the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services
has the discretion to request a re-hearing by the
formal review panel. The Vice President of Instruction
and Student Services will render a decision to the
student in writing within ten (10) business days of the
appeal hearing.
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Unresolved appeals that have followed this process
will be referred to the college president’s office for
final review. The president shall issue a decision in
writing to the student within ten (10) days of the
appeal.
SECTION D. OTHER POLICY PROVISIONS
1. Summary Suspensions
In certain circumstances, the Dean of Student Services or
Dean of Instruction may impose a summary suspension
prior to the informal or formal proceedings described
above. A summary suspension may be imposed only when,
in the judgment of the Dean of Student Services or Dean of
Instruction, the accused student’s presence on the College
campus constitutes a threat to the safety and well-being of
members of the College community or College property.
Notice of the summary suspension shall be provided in
writing to the student and shall include the duration of the
suspension. After the student has been summarily
suspended, the student shall be provided an opportunity
for a formal hearing within the shortest reasonable time
period, not to exceed ten business days. During the
summary suspension period, the student may not enter
the campus without prior permission from the Dean of
Student Services or Dean of Instruction. Suspensions are
noted on the student’s academic transcript.
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2. Suspensions
Suspensions lasting for more than 10 days, or expulsion
from the College, will be listed on the student’s official
academic transcript. After a period of three years, the
student may make a request in writing to the Vice
President of Instruction and Student Services to remove
the notations of disciplinary action from his/her transcript.
The Vice President of Instruction and Student Services’
decision to remove the transcript notation will be made
based on the circumstances surrounding the request and
the original offense.
3. Reports to Law Enforcement Authorities
In the event an investigation into academic or nonacademic misconduct leads the College to reasonably
believe that a criminal act may have occurred, the College
may report such behaviors to the appropriate law
enforcement authorities.
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A Student’s Guide to Reporting Harassment
The purpose of this guide is to ensure an orderly
resolution of charges of sexual, racial, or other forms of
harassment brought by students at Spoon River College.
Sexual harassment and racial harassment have been held
to constitute a form of discrimination prohibited by Title
VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and Title IX
of the Education amendments of 1972. Applicable law
prohibits other types of harassment. Spoon River College
prohibits all acts of harassment and will properly
investigate any claims of harassment.
Sexual and Other Unlawful Harassment
Spoon River College is committed to providing an
educational and/or work environment that is free from all
forms of discrimination and harassment. Spoon River
College expressly prohibits any form of unlawful
discrimination or harassment based on any group
protected by law. Spoon River College provides ongoing
anti-harassment training to ensure everyone the
opportunity to work and/or learn in an environment free
of sexual and other unlawful harassment.
Definitions of Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment is defined as unwanted sexual
advances, visual, verbal, or physical conduct of a sexual
nature. This definition includes many forms of offensive
behavior and includes gender-based harassment of a
person of the same sex as the harasser. Examples of the
types of conduct expressly prohibited by the policy
include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Unwanted sexual advances.
Offering employment benefits in exchange for
sexual favors.
Making or threatening reprisals after a negative
response to sexual advances.
Conduct that includes leering, making sexual
gestures, or the displaying of sexually suggestive
objects, pictures, cartoons, or posters.
Conduct that includes making or using derogatory
comments, epithets, slurs, or jokes.
Abuse of a sexual nature such as graphic verbal
commentaries about an individual’s body, sexually
degrading words used to describe an individual, or
suggestive or obscene letters, notes, or invitations.
Conduct that includes touching, assaulting,
impeding, or blocking movements, or violating
someone’s “personal space.”
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual
favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a
sexual nature constitutes harassment when:
1) submission to such conduct is made either
explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of
employment or reward;
2) submission to or rejection of the conduct is
used as a basis for making educational,
academic, or employment decisions; or
3) the conduct has the purpose or effect of
interfering with educational, academic, or
employment performance or creating an
intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational,
academic, or employment environment.
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Responsibilities
All college employees and students are responsible for
creating an atmosphere free of discrimination or
harassment, sexual or otherwise. Further, all college
employees and students are responsible for respecting the
rights of all members of the college community. Any
student who experiences or witnesses any sexual or other
unlawful harassment or discrimination in the college
environment should report it promptly to the Dean of
Student Services. If the Dean of Student Services is
unavailable, students should promptly contact Human
Resources. The Dean of Student Services and the Director
of Human Resources are Spoon River College’s designated
Title IX coordinators.
This policy applies to all incidents of alleged discrimination
or harassment, including those occurring off-campus or
off-hours, when the alleged offender has a relationship
with the college. Should the alleged discrimination or
harassment occur at a time other than the normal
operating hours of the college, the complaint should be
filed as soon as possible on the first business day following
the alleged incident.
Investigation
All allegations of sexual or other harassment will be
quickly and discreetly investigated. All complaints will be
kept confidential to the maximum extent possible. All
employees and students have a duty to cooperate fully
with the college in connection with any such investigation.
If Spoon River College determines that an employee or
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student is guilty of discriminating or harassing another
individual, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken
against the offending employee or student, up to and
including termination of employment, suspension, or
expulsion.
Retaliation
Spoon River College prohibits any form of retaliation
against any student or employee for filing a bona fide
complaint under this policy or for assisting in a complaint
investigation. However, if after investigating any complaint
of harassment or unlawful discrimination the college
determines that the complaint is not bona fide and was
not made in good faith or that an employee or student has
provided false information regarding the complaint,
disciplinary action may be taken against the individual who
filed the complaint or who gave false information.
STUDENT INFORMATION AND DISCLOSURE REPORTS
Students can request detailed reports on the following
subjects by contacting the Dean of Student Services by
phone or by mailing the request to 23235 North County
Road 22, Canton, IL 61520.
 Athletic Participation and Financial Support
 Campus Crime Report and Crime Logs
 Credit Transfer and Articulation Agreements
 Drug and Alcohol Prevention Programs
 Drug-Free College and Substance Abuse Policy
 Biennial Drug Prevention Review
 Gainful Employment Reports
 Placement Data for Career-Technical Graduates.
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STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
Spoon River College has established grievance procedures
to resolve academic and non-academic issues and to
maintain campus safety and preserve the integrity of the
college and its educational environment.
In addition, the student grievance procedure provides an
equitable process through which problems related to the
discrimination of any student on the basis of sex under
Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 may be
promptly and efficiently resolved.
Academic
When a student has a concern regarding classroom
management, instructional methods, grades, teaching
effectiveness, or evaluation, students are expected to first
attempt to resolve their concerns with the instructor. If
such resolution is unsuccessful, the student must contact
the Dean of Instruction who will determine a
resolution/remedy, conduct an investigation, and render a
decision.
Non-Academic
When a student has a concern regarding conduct, student
life, or any other student issue, students can contact the
Dean of Student Services. Students must submit a formal
grievance in writing to the Dean of Student Services. The
Dean of Student Services will conduct a conference,
investigate, and render a decision.
Appeal
The student may appeal the decision made by the Dean of
Student Services or Dean of Instruction within 10
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institutional days from the date of receipt of notification
to the student or attempt to deliver by the college. The
written appeal must fully explain the student’s appeal and
must be delivered to the Vice President of Instruction and
Student Services.
The Vice President shall consider all evidence, uphold
previous decisions, deny requests, or rescind the decision
and make appropriate disciplinary sanctions as necessary,
on a timely basis. The Vice President of Instruction and
Student Services shall notify the student, either in person
or by certified mail, of his/her decision. Decisions at this
level are final.
STUDENT PETITIONS
Students may petition the College if they are seeking
exceptions to College policy or procedure, or consideration
for special circumstances that have impacted their
capacity to attend classes in the following areas:
 Academic forgiveness or amnesty
 Course drops after the deadline
 Course withdrawals after the deadline
 Fee waivers
 Full or partial tuition refunds
 Medical withdrawals
 Tuition refunds after the deadline
 Other exceptions to college policy and procedures.
Petitions for Final Grade Appeals
Final grade appeals may also be pursued through the
petition process.
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Faculty members have the authority to establish course
requirements and standards for expectations and the
evaluation of student performance. Grades submitted by
faculty are presumed to be accurate.
Students may appeal a grade only after they have met
with the instructor about the grade and when they can
document that one or a combination of the following has
occurred:
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An error in calculating the grade.
Notification or communication from faculty to
students was not clear and/or timely concerning
criteria for grade determination.
Inconsistently applied standards for evaluation of
student academic performance.
Assignment of a grade was based on factors other
than student achievement.
If students believe that a grade received is based upon
discrimination or sexual harassment, as defined in the
student handbook/college policy, they should follow the
procedures for harassment, and contact the college’s
Human Resources Office immediately.
Petition Process
Step 1:
A student seeking an exception to college policy and
procedure should complete a petition form, and submit it
to the Dean of Student Services. The petition form can be
found on the college web site at www.src.edu or it is
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available in any student service area of the college. The
petition will be reviewed by a Petition Committee, whose
members include the Director of Enrollment Services,
Director of Business Services, Dean of Student Services,
Financial Aid Director, and Dean of Instruction. The
student will receive written notice of the decision of the
committee within ten (10) business days of the receipt of
the petition.
Please note that a student who has questions about a
grade received in a course should first seek to resolve the
issue by consulting with the instructor prior to pursuing a
petition.
Step 2
Following the decision on step one a student may request
an appeal with the Vice President of Instruction and
Student Services and the Vice President of Administrative
Services. The request for an appeal must be submitted in
writing to the vice presidents within ten (10) business days
of the date of notification of the decision in step one.
Failure to file an appeal in a timely manner constitutes a
waiver of the right to an appeal.
The Vice Presidents will review the request for appeal and
will determine if the request has merit. In addition, the
Vice Presidents may schedule a meeting with the student.
An advocate may attend this meeting but may not
participate except to advise the student. In the event that
new information is presented that may affect the outcome
of the original petition decision in step one, the Vice
Presidents have the discretion to request a meeting with
the Petition Committee and the student appealing the
decision. The vice presidents will render a decision on the
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appeal in writing to the student within ten (10) business
days of receipt of the appeal letter or the appeal meeting.
Step 3
Following the appeal decision, a student may request a
second appeal with the president of the college. The
request for an appeal with the President must be
submitted in writing within ten (10) business days of the
date of the appeal decision completed in step two. Failure
to file an appeal in a timely manner constitutes a waiver of
the right to an appeal.
The President will review the appeal document(s) and will
determine if the student’s case for appeal has merit. The
president may schedule a meeting with the student. A
student advocate may attend this meeting but may not
participate except to advise the student. In the event that
new information is presented that may affect the outcome
of the original petition decision or the original appeal, the
president has the discretion to request a meeting of the
Petition Committee, the Dean of Student Services and the
student. The President will render an appeal decision in
writing within ten (10) business days. The decision of
president is final and binding.
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PARKING & PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Adequate, free parking is provided adjacent to the
buildings on all campuses. Students attending the
Macomb Campus may take advantage of the Go West bus
system provided by WIU.
Go to: http://www.student.services.wiu.edu/gowest/
for community routes. Fulton County Transit Services
provides affordable transportation to the Canton Campus.
Contact them at 309-647-6510.
VOTER REGISTRATION
Access to voter registration is available online with the
Illinois Board of Elections at www.elections.il.gov. SRC
sponsors a series of activities encouraging students to
register to vote.
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ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROGRAMS
ACADEMIC HONORS
President’s Honor Roll: Recognition of academic
achievement of those students who have achieved 12
credit hours or more of college level classes during the
semester and earned a semester grade point average of
3.6 or better.
Dean’s Honor Roll: Recognition of academic achievement
of those students who have achieved 12 credit hours or
more of college-level classes during the semester and earn
a semester grade point average of 3.0 - 3.5.
Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society: Students
who receive a 3.25 or better grade point average with at
least 12 college-level credits are eligible to petition for
membership in Phi Theta Kappa International Honor
Society. A 3.25 GPA must be maintained after the student
has become a member of the honor society. A part-time
student with a cumulative GPA of 3.25 following the
completion of 12 hours of college-level credit is also
eligible for membership.
ATTENDANCE
Regular and prompt attendance in all classes is expected.
It is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor and
make arrangements to complete any missed work. All
instructors are free to establish attendance policies for
their classes. Excused college absences include, but are
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not limited to: athletic contests, activities verified by the
college coach or activity sponsor, military obligations, and
court appearances. The student may be required to
provide evidence to support the excused absence to the
instructor or Dean of Student Services.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Transfer Programs
Associate of Arts and
Sciences (AA&S) Degrees
(Transfer Preparation Programs)
Agriculture
Art
Biological Science
Business
Chemistry
Communications
Criminal Justice
Drama
Education (Early Childhood, Elementary and Special
Education, and Secondary)
English
General Science
Geographic Information Systems
Health Science
History
Mathematics
Physical Education
Physical Science
Physics
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Political Science
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Exercise Science
Psychology
Sociology
Associate in General Studies Degree
General Studies
Career and Technical Education
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degrees
Agricultural Business Management
Computer Information Systems
Diesel & Power Systems Technology
Digital Design & Information Technology
Health Information Management
Natural Resources & Conservation
Small Business Management
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Nursing
Certificates
Advanced Welding
Business Plan Entrepreneurship
Commercial Driver Training
Computer Forensics
Computer Information Technology
Customer Service
Early Childhood Education
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Entrepreneurship
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Graphic Design
Machine Tool Operations
Medical Assistant
Medical Insurance/Billing
Medical Records
Medical Transcription
Medical Unit Secretary
Natural Resources & Conservation
Nursing Assistant
Practical Nursing
Preventive Maintenance
Rail Transportation & Power Systems Technology
Small Office Accounting
Supervision
Sustainable Food Production
Web Design
Welding Operator
Cooperative Programs
Dental Hygiene
Para-medicine
Radiologic Technology
Respiratory Care
Therapeutic Massage
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COOPERATIVE PROGRAM AGREEMENTS
Advanced Radiologic Technology Certificates
Spoon River College and ten other community colleges
have entered into an agreement for an Advanced
Radiologic Technology Certificate to be offered at Carl
Sandburg College. Certificates to be offered are:
 Computed Tomography Program
 Sonography Program
 Magnetic Resonance Imaging
 Nuclear Medicine
The additional community colleges in this agreement are
Black Hawk College, Carl Sandburg College, Heartland
Community College, Illinois Central College, John Wood
Community College, Lincoln Land Community College,
Parkland College, Richland Community College, and Scott
Community College and Southeastern Community College
in Iowa.
Carl Sandburg College Agreement
Residents who reside in Carl Sandburg College or Spoon
River College districts can seek approval to attend either
college at the in-district tuition rate. Students must seek
approval by completing the Cooperative Agreement form
from the “home” college. The form is available at
http://www.src.edu/admissions/Pages/chargeback.aspx.
Comprehensive Expansion of Education (C.A.R.E.E.R.)
In keeping with the college’s mission, SRC and 27 other
community colleges in Central Illinois have agreed to
waive out-of-district fees for students who enroll in
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specified programs. The purpose of the cooperative
education agreement is to enhance the curricular offerings
of these districts.
The additional community colleges in the agreement
include residents of Black Hawk College, Carl Sandburg
College, Danville Community College, Elgin Community
College, Heartland Community College, Highland
Community College, Illinois Central College, Illinois Valley
Community College, John Wood Community College, Joliet
Junior College, Kankakee Community College, Kaskaskia
College, Kishwaukee College, Lakeland College, Lewis and
Clark Community College, Lincoln Land Community
College, McHenry County College, Moraine Valley
Community College, Morton College, Prairie State College,
Rend Lake College, Richland Community College, Rock
Valley College, Sauk Valley Community College, South
Suburban College, Southwestern Illinois College, and
Waubonsee Community College districts are eligible to
attend Spoon River College as in-district students in select
programs.
Graham Hospital School of Nursing
In cooperation with Graham Hospital School of Nursing,
Spoon River College offers courses and instruction to
nursing students which may be applied toward a
baccalaureate degree and a registered nurse diploma. The
Graham Hospital School of Nursing is approved by the
Illinois Department of Registration and Education and
accredited by the National League for Nursing. Students
interested in the R.N. program must first be accepted by
Graham Hospital School of Nursing and then by Spoon
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River College. For information regarding admission
procedures, course transferability, etc., please contact the
Director of Admissions, Graham Hospital School of
Nursing, 210 W. Walnut, Canton, Illinois 61520.
Illinois Central College
Illinois Central College, East Peoria, Illinois, will reserve one
place in its Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical
Therapy Assistant, and Medical Laboratory Technician
programs for qualified SRC students. Students who are
accepted for admission to these programs will be charged
tuition and fees at the ICC district rate. The reserved
places must be filled by July 1. Admission criteria may be
obtained from SRC advisors or advisors from Illinois
Central College, One College Drive, East Peoria, Illinois
61635, (309) 694-5011.
Lincoln Land Community College
SRC and LLCC have agreed to waive out-of-district tuition
for students who are residents of each college district who
are attending classes with SRC in Rushville and LLCC in
Beardstown. The out-of-district tuition waiver does not
apply to other SRC and LLCC locations and does not apply
to online classes.
Methodist College of Nursing
In cooperation with Methodist College of Nursing in
Peoria, the SRC Department of Nursing has agreed to offer
three degree programs in Nursing. Interested students
may contact their advisor for more information.
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General Education courses that lead to BSN
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AS Degree to BSN Completion
RN to BSN Completion
Robert Morris University Illinois
SRC and Robert Morris University Illinois have agreed to
offer transfer programs for AAS Computer Information
Systems to Bachelor Applied Science in Computer Studies
and the AAS Electronic Design to Bachelor of Applied
Science in Graphic Design at the Peoria location. For more
information, call (309) 636-8600.
Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Students interested in attending Saint Francis Medical
Center College of Nursing, an upper division baccalaureate
nursing program, may take the required pre-nursing
curriculum of 62 semester hours at Spoon River College.
Registered nurses have the opportunity for advanced
placement through Credit by Examination in the nursing
major. Specific course requirements may be obtained
from the College of Nursing, 511 NE Greenleaf Street,
Peoria, IL 61603, (309) 655-2001.
Saint John’s College, Department of Nursing
St. John’s College, Department of Nursing, offers a
baccalaureate degree in nursing. Interested students may
take the required pre-nursing curriculum of 56 semester
hours at SRC. Specific course requirements may be
obtained from St. John’s College, Department of Nursing,
729 East Carpenter Street, Springfield, Illinois 62702-5321,
(217) 525-5628.
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Degree Completion Partnerships
The Spoon River College Degree Completion Program
offers graduates of SRC the opportunity to complete a
bachelor’s degree at one of nine universities. Courses are
delivered online, on the SRC campus, or at partnering
colleges and universities.
Benedictine University (Courses at Springfield College in
Springfield, Illinois)
 Bachelor of Arts in Business and Economics
 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Emphasis in Criminal
Justice
Eastern Illinois University (Online)
 Bachelor of Arts in General Studies
Franklin University (Online)
 Bachelor of Science in Business:
o Accounting
o Business Administration
o Business Forensics
o Forensic Accounting
 Bachelor of Science in Technology:
o Computer Science
o Digital Communication
o Information Technology
 Bachelor of Science in Management:
o Applied Management
o Financial Management
o Health Care Management
o Human Resource Management
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o
o
o
o
Management
Management Information Sciences
Marketing
Public Safety Management
Methodist College of Nursing (Courses at Methodist
College of Nursing in Peoria, Illinois)
 AS to BSN Program
 RN to BSN Program
Midstate College (Courses at Midstate College in Peoria,
Illinois)
 Bachelor of Business Administration (also available
online)
 Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Robert Morris University Illinois (Courses at Peoria location
in Peoria, Illinois)
 Bachelor of Business Administration
 Bachelor of Applied Science in Graphic Design
SIU (Contact Southern IL University Dept. of Nursing)
 Bachelor of Science in Nursing
SIU Edwardsville-School of Nursing (Online – no more than
three trips to SIUE per semester)
 RN to BSN Program
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University of Illinois-Springfield (Online)
 Bachelor of Business Administration
 Bachelor of Science in Biology
 Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
 Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
 Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies
 Bachelor of Arts in Economics
 Bachelor of Arts in English
 Bachelor of Arts in History
 Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies
 Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
 Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
 Teacher Certification in Secondary Mathematics
Western Illinois University (Independent Study, Online, or
On-Campus)
 Bachelor of Arts in General Studies (BGS)
 Bachelor of Science in Biology
 Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection Services
 Bachelor of Science in Geology (Biology or Physics
option)
 Bachelor of Science in Instructional Design &
Technology
 Bachelor of Science in Physics
Career Path Program
A career path sequence includes certain high school
courses continued by two years of community college
courses which lead to an Associate degree. The sequence
includes integrated academic and technical content,
workplace skills, and instruction delivered both at the
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worksite and in the school/college setting. These programs
may articulate to a four-year baccalaureate college
degree.
Articulated Credit
High school students may be eligible to earn college credit
for skills mastered at the high school level. For more
information, students should contact their high school
advisor.
GRADING
Spoon River College uses the following schedule of letter
grades, definitions, and grade-point equivalents as its
official marking system. Students’ grades are available on
the web at My SRC after the completion of the semester.
Letter Grade
A
B
C
D
F
FA
W
I
AUDIT
Definition
Grade Point
Per
Credit Hour
Superior
4.00
Above Average
3.00
Average
2.00
Passing
1.00
Failure
0.00
Failure due to Attendance 0.00
Official Withdrawal
Incomplete
No Credit
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Courses utilizing the pass-fail grading system will be
designated as follows:
S
U
Satisfactory Completion (Pass)
Unsatisfactory Completion (Fail)
Graduating with More than One Degree/Certificate
Students who have received an associate degree or who
wish to receive an additional degree or certificate may
count all appropriate previously earned credits toward the
requirements of the desired additional associate degree or
certificate. A separate application for graduation is
required for each degree or certificate received.
Graduation Requirements
To become eligible for an associate degree or certificate
from Spoon River College, all students must fulfill the
general requirements listed in the details below.
 Student must submit an application for graduation by
October 1 for fall semester graduation, February 1 for
spring semester graduation, and July 1 for summer
session graduation. Applications are available from
Admissions and Records, online, or from an advisor.
 Student is required to meet with an advisor to
complete a degree audit. The degree audit must be
attached to the graduation application and must have
the advisor’s signature.
 Student must meet the residency requirements:
Associate degree candidates must earn 15 of the
required semester hours in residence at Spoon River
College. Certificate candidates must earn one-third
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(1/3) of the required semester hours in residence at
Spoon River College. Residency is defined as
enrollment and completion of courses taught by Spoon
River College. Credit earned by other than coursework
(i.e., examination, advanced placement, etc.) may not
be counted as part of the residency requirement for
either degrees or certificates.
Student must complete at least 60 credit hours in a
planned degree program of study or the specific
requirements of a certificate program.
Student must maintain a minimum 2.00 GPA.
Student must fulfill all financial obligations to the
college.
Students are encouraged to participate in graduation
exercises. Students completing work in December and
July are invited to participate in the May graduation
exercises. Students participating in commencement
exercises in May will be assessed a fee for the
purchase of their cap and gown.
Students must meet the graduation requirements as
outlined in the instructional program of the catalog
year in effect at the time of the student's initial
enrollment in the college. The Dean of Instruction may
waive the catalog year requirement. Students must
submit a written request for consideration, in addition
to the application for graduation.
Degree and certificate requirements stated in the
Spoon River College catalog at the time of the
student’s initial enrollment at Spoon River College
remain in effect for that student until graduation, if
requirements are met within a five-year period. If
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changes occur in graduation requirements, subsequent
to initial enrollment, the student may elect to graduate
under the most recent degree or certificate
requirements by petitioning the Dean of Instruction. If
graduation requirements are not met within five years
of the student’s initial enrollment at Spoon River
College, the student must meet the graduation
requirements specified in the catalog for the year of
graduation.
Incomplete Grades
A student can request an incomplete grade for completion
of the course. Required course work must be completed
within a maximum of nine weeks after the scheduled
completion date of the course or sooner as determined by
the instructor. If the work is not completed and the proper
grade recorded by the instructor within nine calendar
weeks, Admissions and Records will automatically record a
grade of “F.” No withdrawal is permitted after an
incomplete has been given.
ONLINE COURSES
An online course is a course in which the students do not
attend a face-to-face classroom. Go to http://bit.ly/rpea1z
for frequently asked questions regarding online
courses. For a listing of online courses, go to the SRC
home page and click on the Admissions menu, then
“Schedule & Registration”. Click on “Course Search”,
choose the appropriate semester, and then choose “OTH
Campus” on the Campus drop-down menu. Online classes
are listed with a “T” section (for example, ART120-T1).
Students in online classes and many on-campus classes use
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Canvas, a Learning Management System (LMS) that will
allow you to access your courses on SRC Online. An LMS is
software that allows instructors to post course information
online. You can access a course site in Canvas from any
computer with Internet access. Even if you are not taking
an online class, many instructors will post lecture notes,
assignments, grades, and class announcements on Canvas.
To login into Canvas, go to https//src.instructure.com.
SPOON RIVER COLLEGE’S SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC
PROGRESS POLICY
Spoon River College requires students to make timely
progress towards achieving a certificate, diploma, or
degree in their chosen program of study. In addition,
students are expected to perform at a satisfactory level to
maintain their enrollment and continue to receive financial
aid. Spoon River College measures satisfactory academic
progress by the criteria explained below.
Federal law and state financial aid rules and regulations
require that Spoon River College establish satisfactory
progress standards for federal and state financial aid
applicants. These laws, United States Department of
Education regulations (Public Law 99-498), and Federal
Regulations 34CFR, Part 668, as well as published rules of
the Illinois Student Assistance Commission are to ensure
that any student who receives or applies for federal
financial aid is making progress toward a degree.
In order to maintain eligibility for financial aid, a student
must meet the Standards of Academic Progress, as
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published annually by Spoon River College. Failure to
meet these requirements will result in the loss of all Title
IV aid (Federal Pell Grant, Federal Direct Stafford Loan,
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
SEOG, Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students
PLUS Loan, Federal Work Study Program), and state aid
(Silas Purnell Illinois Incentive for Access Grant (IIA), Illinois
Veterans Grant, Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP)
Grant, Illinois National Guard Grant, Montgomery GI Bill,
and the MIA/POW Scholarship), until action is taken to
regain eligibility.
Finally, students that fail to meet the college’s academic
standards will also lose their eligibility for Academic
Performing Scholarships, Performing Skills Scholarships,
and Athletic Performing Scholarships.
I.
Qualitative Measure of Progress (All students)
Students must maintain a session and cumulative GPA of
2.00 at the end of each semester and cumulatively.
II. Quantitative Measure of Progress (Financial Aid
Recipients)
A. Required Completion Percentage
Students must maintain a cumulative and session course
completion rate of 67% at the end of each semester. This
is the minimum cumulative percentage of enrolled credit
hours which the student must successfully complete for
each term in which he/she is enrolled. Enrolled credit
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hours represent the number of credit hours in which the
student is enrolled at the end of the 100% refund period.
B. Maximum Time Frame
Students must complete their declared program of study
within the maximum allowable credit limit of 150% of the
program's prescribed credits. For example, students who
pursue 64-credit programs will be allowed to attempt up
to 96 credits. However, they must complete the program
and graduate by the time they reach the 96 credit hour
limit. Students who reach the maximum allowable credit
limit will no longer be eligible for financial aid. The loss of
financial aid through the maximum timeframe may be
appealed through the Financial Aid Office and must be
accompanied by a Degree Plan signed by the academic
advisor. It is important to note that credit hours
transferred to Spoon River College count toward the
maximum timeframe.
Once it becomes apparent that a student will not be able
to successfully complete their degree or certificate
program at their current pace of progression, they will be
placed on Financial Aid Suspension. Students do have the
option to appeal this decision. All appeals must be
accompanied by a Degree Plan signed by an advisor.
Students not following the academic plan will not be
eligible for financial aid.
Once a student completes a degree, he/she has reached
the maximum timeframe allowed and must appeal for
reinstatement of aid if they wish to take course work for a
degree/certificate in the future.
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III.
Evaluation Period
Academic progress is assessed at the end of each
semester.
IV. Failure to Meet Standards
A. Maximum Time Frame (Financial Aid Recipients)
At the end of each semester the Financial Aid Office
evaluates the number of credits students have completed
for their program of study in relation to the maximum
time frame. Students who exceed the maximum number
of credits for their programs will no longer be eligible for
financial aid. The Financial Aid Office shall inform students
in writing of the results in a change of status from each
satisfactory progress review. The loss of financial aid
through maximum timeframe may be appealed through
the Financial Aid Office and must be accompanied by a
Degree Plan signed by the academic advisor.
B. Qualitative and Quantitative Standards
All students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA
of 2.00, and in addition, recipients of financial aid must
complete 67% of their cumulative and semester
registered credits. Students who do not meet these
minimum standards will be placed on warning.
Once a student is on warning status due to a low GPA, it is
the student’s responsibility to contact a student services
advisor to discuss their warning status, establish academic
goals, and successfully complete the one-credit College
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and Career Success (LA 100) course that is mandatory for
all full-time students on warning status.
NOTE: Students who attempt but do not earn any credits
during any semester of attendance will be immediately
suspended from financial aid and may contact the
Financial Aid Office to explore an appeal.
C. Reinstatement of Warning Status Students
Warning status students will be strongly encouraged to
enroll in no more than 12 credits (or minimum full-time
enrollment) while they are on warning. If a warning
status student meets the session and cumulative 2.0 GPA
and/or the 67% course completion rate standard by the
end of their warning status semester, they will be
reinstated to good academic standing and financial aid
eligibility.
D. Suspension of Warning Status Students
Warning status students who fail to meet the session and
cumulative 2.00 GPA and /or the 67% course completion
rate standards (financial aid recipients only) by the end of
a warning semester will be suspended from financial aid,
and are encouraged to appeal (see Part VI).
E. Continuation of Warning Status
Students on academic warning status, who have earned a
2.00 GPA for the classes in which they were enrolled
during their warning status semester, but have not yet
achieved a cumulative 2.00 GPA, will remain on warning
status. Financial aid recipients will be suspended each
semester until the standards are met (see D above).
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If the Financial Aid Office determines that it will not be
possible for a student to meet the cumulative GPA and
cumulative course completion rate standards before they
reach the maximum timeframe allowed for the program
for which they are receiving financial aid, the students
shall be suspended from financial aid.
F. Probation Status - Reinstatement of Students Who
Successfully Appeal
Students who have not achieved satisfactory progress and
are suspended academically or from financial aid have the
right to submit an appeal based on extenuating
circumstances. Individual appeals will be reviewed by an
Academic Standards Review Committee. The College will
communicate results from the review process to students
in writing, informing them of their appeal status and the
duration of the appeal period. Students requesting an
appeal will be required to develop a degree plan with a
Spoon River College advisor. In order to maintain academic
and financial aid eligibility, a student on probation status
must strictly and successfully follow the degree plan. Any
deviation from the plan will result in academic and
financial aid suspension.

Academic Appeals: At the end of the semester for
which the student was granted an academic
appeal, a student who has met the minimum
agreed upon academic standards for that semester
shall have his/her appeal status extended for an
additional semester. A student who fails to meet
the minimum agreed upon academic standards
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V.
during the semester of appeal shall be removed
from appeal status, and will be academically
suspended. The student has the option to pursue
another appeal (see Part VI).
Financial Aid Appeals: Students on a financial aid
appeal cannot have their appeal extended if they
meet academic standards for the semester that
they are on appeal. The student will need to submit
another appeal for the semester (see Part VI). A
student who fails to meet the minimum agreed
upon academic standards during the semester of
appeal shall be removed from appeal status, and
will be suspended academically and his/her
financial aid eligibility shall be suspended. The
student has the option to pursue another appeal
(see Part VI).
Notification
At the end of each semester, the college will send written
notices to inform those students who have been placed on
warning status or suspension and to explain the appeal
process. This notice will refer the student to the
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy in the online student
handbook, as well as the form that the student is required
to use to file an appeal.
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VI. Appeal Process
Students who have not achieved satisfactory progress and
are suspended academically and/or for financial aid have
the right to submit an appeal based on extenuating
circumstances. Extenuating circumstances that could
affect a student’s academic progress might include, but
are not limited to: the death of a close relative of the
student, an injury or illness of the student or close relative
of the student, or other circumstances beyond the
student’s control.
A. An appeal must be written on the required form
and submitted to the Financial Aid Office. Appeal
forms are available in the Student Service areas,
Financial Aid offices, as well as on the Spoon River
College web page.
B. The appeal must include an explanation of the
circumstances that affected the student’s academic
progress. The petition must also include supporting
documentation beyond the written explanation,
which might include a letter from a counselor,
physician, or faculty member.
C. Appeals from students with academic suspensions
will be reviewed by the Academic Standards
Review Committee. This committee consists of: 1)
Dean of Instruction, 2) Director of Enrollment
Services, 3) Director of Financial Aid and 4) Dean of
Student Services (Chair), or their designees.
D. Students may request a formal appeal hearing,
with the full committee, if they disagree with the
appeal findings. The failure of students to appear
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at their appeal hearing shall not prevent the
process from proceeding as scheduled.
E. The Academic Standards Review Committee’s
decision on appeals will be communicated to
students in writing and the decision will be final.
F. Reinstatement
1) Students who have met cumulative qualitative
and quantitative requirements will immediately
be reinstated to good academic standing and
financial aid eligibility.
2) Students whose appeals are approved will be
reinstated for academic and financial aid
eligibility but will be placed on warning status.
3) It is possible for students to be reinstated for
course registration but not for financial aid
eligibility:
a) Students whose appeals are approved by
the Academic Standards Review Committee
may be reinstated to register for classes but
remain suspended regarding financial aid
eligibility. Students who disagree with this
decision may initiate a formal appeal process
with the Academic Standards Review
Committee.
b) After not attending the college for the
following Fall or Spring semester, students may
be reinstated to the College for registration
purposes only. Neither paying for their own
classes nor sitting out a longer period of time is
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sufficient in and of itself to re-establish a
student’s financial aid eligibility.
Students whose financial aid eligibility has been
suspended may regain their eligibility only
through the institution’s appeal process or
when they again meet the institution’s financial
aid satisfactory academic progress qualitative
and quantitative standards.
VII.
Additional Elements
A. Treatment of Grades: Credits for Spoon River
College courses that award grades of A, B, C, D, &
S (satisfactory) are considered to be successfully
completed for the purposes of calculating the
number of credits completed. Grades of I
(incomplete), IP (in progress), W (withdrawal), F,
FA (failure due to poor attendance), and U
(unsatisfactory), are considered as credits
attempted but not successfully completed. AU
(audit) courses are not counted.
B. Other Course Performance Standards: Repeated
courses, course withdrawals, "pass" grade status,
awards of "no credit,” and credits overridden
through the Academic Amnesty Policy will be
counted towards the maximum allowable credit
limit of 150% of the program’s prescribed credits.
Note: credits overridden by the Academic
Amnesty Policy are still assessed when
determining financial aid eligibility within the
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C.
D.
E.
F.
guidelines of the College's satisfactory progress
policy.
Audited Courses: Audited courses do not count
as credits attempted or credits earned and are
not funded through financial aid.
Consortium Credits: Consortium credits (when
Spoon River College is the "home" campus) will
be evaluated under this policy. A copy of the
academic transcript from the "visiting" campus is
required upon completing the enrollment period.
The transcript will be used to evaluate the
student’s academic progress by reviewing the
grade point average, completion percentage, and
maximum timeframe.
Development Course Credits: Developmental
college course coursework (below the 100
course-number level) is included in the
qualitative and quantitative processes for
financial aid eligibility under this policy. Students
are allowed up to 30 credits. The courses are
included for the maximum timeframe calculation.
Repeated Courses: Students are allowed to
repeat a course for the purpose of achieving
satisfactory academic progress or to upgrade
their skills due to changes in curriculum. In
addition, financial aid can be awarded to
students to repeat successfully completed
courses (D or above). Repeated courses will
count towards the maximum allowable credit
limit of 150% of the program of study. The most
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recent grade will be used to calculate the grade
point average.
G. Transfer Credits: Transfer credits accepted by
Spoon River College shall be counted as credits
attempted for the calculation of the cumulative
completion percentage, and the grades
associated with these credits shall be used in
calculating a cumulative grade point average.
Transfer credits accepted by Spoon River College
and applied towards a student’s general
education, program, and degree requirements
shall apply towards the pace of progression and
the maximum timeframe calculation.
H. Withdrawal: Withdrawn credits are considered
as "credits attempted" for the purposes of
monitoring financial aid satisfactory academic
progress. Thus a “W” does not affect grade point
average but does negatively impact the
cumulative and term course completion
percentage (pace of progression) and the
maximum timeframe standards used by the
Financial Aid Office.
I. Change of Major or Change in Academic Plan:
For financial aid purposes, students will be
allowed one change in their major. Students on
probation must seek an appeal to change their
academic plan.
SPOON RIVER COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS
The college will release transcripts of academic records
only upon the written request of the student and
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providing that all financial obligations are cleared.
Transcripts
may
be
ordered
online
at
www.src.edu/transcripts. Telephone requests will not be
honored.
TO REQUEST A TRANSCRIPT FROM SRC
Spoon River College has authorized Transcripts on Demand
by Scrip-Safe International to provide secure transcript
ordering via the Web. You can order transcripts 24/7 with
this service using any major credit card or debit card. The
cost is a $3.00 processing fee for each transcript
destination, and transcripts are sent within approximately
three business days provided that all financial obligations
to the college are cleared.
To order an official copy of your Spoon River College
transcript:
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Log in to the Transcripts on Demand secure
site (www.iwantmytranscript.com), or if it is your
first time ordering through Transcripts on Demand,
you will need to create an account with an e-mail
address and password.
Your signature is required in order to release your
academic records. You will be required to complete a
Consent Form, which will be generated during the
account set-up process. Once the form is completed,
you can return it to Transcripts on Demand via fax,
mail, or as a scanned e-mail attachment. Your signed
Consent Form will remain on file to cover your future
Spoon River College transcript requests.
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The Transcript on Demand site will take you through
placing your order, including delivery options and
fees.
Order updates will be e-mailed to you to notify you
when we have received and processed your order.
You can also check your order status at any time by
logging into your Transcripts on Demand account.
Students may still order transcripts via fax, mail, or in
person. Forms for these requests are available in the
Admissions and Records Office on the Canton campus,
Business Office on the Macomb campus, or the Havana
and Rushville center. You may also download the
Transcript Request Form (www.src.edu/transcripts),
complete the form, and return by mail or fax. Transcripts
will be sent within approximately three working days with
no fee. There is a $2.00 fee for faxing a transcript and a
$4.00 fee for a transcript printed while you wait. This
service is available at both the Canton and Macomb sites.
Telephone requests will be not be honored.
Please mail transcript requests to:
Transcript Requests
Admissions and Records
Spoon River College (SRC)
23235 N. Co. Highway 22
Canton, IL 61520
or Fax requests to 309 (649) 6393.
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Note: The transcript request (pdf doc.) will open in a new
window, which popup blockers can prevent from working
properly.
TRANSFER CREDIT EVALUATION
Credit will be granted for bringing in courses at the 100
level or above taken at other accredited institutions in
which a student has earned a grade of “C” or better. A
student must have a current application on file and
complete a Request for Transcript Evaluation form
(available at the Admissions office, Advising office, or any
off-campus site) before the transcript will be evaluated
and credits accepted.
Official transcripts and the
completed Request for Transcript Evaluation form should
be sent to the Admissions and Records office.
Cumulative grade point averages will be computed both
on credits earned at Spoon River College and those
accepted by transfer. The combined cumulative grade
point average of “C” or higher will be required for
graduation from Spoon River College. Lower division
credits from accredited colleges or universities will be
accepted in transfer, regardless of whether a similar class
is offered by Spoon River College. Upper division credits
are accepted in transfer only if a comparable course is
offered by Spoon River College at the lower division level
or only as elective credit.
Credit for College Level Examination Program
Spoon River
College
recognizes undergraduate
achievement as measured by both the general and subject
examinations of the College Level Examination Program
(CLEP). Scores may be submitted to Admissions and
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Records for evaluation, and if the level of achievement is
at or above the minimum standards and score levels
established by the college, credit may be granted.
Regardless of the number of hours earned through CLEP,
the student must meet the college’s residency
requirement for graduation.
Academic Credit for Military Service
Certain experiences in military service may be submitted
to the Director of Enrollment Services for evaluation.
Coursework applicable to a Spoon River College curriculum
which was taken through the Defense Activity for NonTraditional Education Support (DANTES) or under the
United States Armed Forces Institute (USAFI) may be given
credit provided the course is recommended by the
American Council on Education. An official Joint Services
Transcript (JST) and a request for evaluation are required.
Submit official transcripts of satisfactory completion of the
work to Admissions and Records.
Credit for four semester hours of physical education will
be awarded to members or former members of the U.S.
Armed Forces who have completed six months or more of
active duty and have been honorably discharged. The
student must provide the Financial Aid Office with a
request for this credit and a copy of their separation
papers (Form DD214).
Credit Transfer Guarantee
Students planning to transfer to a college or university
after completing their work at Spoon River College may
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discuss the Credit Transfer Guarantee with their advisor.
Provided the student knows the college or university to
which he/she hopes to transfer, the major in which he/she
will enroll, performs at “C” level or better, and is accepted
into the college of his/her choice, Spoon River College will
guarantee the transferability of credits taken or will return
tuition paid for those articulated courses which do not
transfer.
Career and Technical Program Guarantee
In meeting the needs of the workplace with highly skilled
graduates, Spoon River College will warrant the technical
competence needed for entry-level employment in the
career and technical field in which a student completes an
Associate in Applied Science degree or career and
technical certificate. Under this guarantee, a program
graduate who is determined deficient in the technical skills
specified in the course syllabi for the program will be
provided up to nine semester credit hours of tuition-free
retraining. For more information contact the Dean of
Instruction.
TRANSFER SERVICES
Transferology
Transferology is a free web service available to assist
students and academic advisors in planning a course of
study and to provide detailed information on how courses
and degree programs transfer between Illinois institutions.
Transferology also provides a planning guide, academic
programs, and course equivalencies. The site can be found
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at www.transferology.com. For more information see an
advisor.
iTransfer.org
iTransfer.org is a free website designed to give students
information on the transfer process in the State of Illinois.
The site provides information regarding the types of
transfer, the transfer process, and resources available to
students. It also provides information regarding the Illinois
Articulation Initiative (IAI) and course transferability from
one participating Illinois college or university to another.
For more information see an advisor, or online at
www.iTransfer.org.
Illinois Articulation Initiative IAI
Spoon River College participates in the Illinois Articulation
Initiative, a statewide agreement that allows transfer of
the completed Illinois General Education Core Curriculum
between participating institutions. Completion of the
transferable General Education Core Curriculum at any
participating college or university in Illinois assures
transferring students that lower-division general education
requirements for an associate or bachelor’s degree have
been satisfied.
This agreement is in effect for students entering an
associate or bachelor’s degree-granting institution as a
first-time freshman fall 1998 (and thereafter). Students in
AAS and AA&S degree programs must elect general
education courses with IAI codes. The following codes
identify qualifying general education courses:
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IAI C (Communication)
IAI F (Fine Arts)
IAI H (Humanities)
IAI L (Life Sciences)
IAI M (Mathematics)
IAI P (Physical Sciences)
IAI S (Social Sciences)
Completion of General Education Core Curriculum
Under the following circumstances, institutions should
offer transfer students the option of satisfying lowerdivision general education requirements by completing a
GECC curriculum while enrolled in the receiving institution.
 When the transfer student has completed a
statewide articulated associate degree or
 When the transfer student has completed 30
semester hours of transfer credit without having
completed the GECC.
Internet Course Exchange (ICE)
This is an agreement that Spoon River College has with
Illinois Community Colleges Online (ILCCO), which is an
organization of several other accredited community
colleges within Illinois that offer online learning. If you
would like to take a specific course online and Spoon River
College does not offer it, ask your advisor to search the ICE
course listings to see if the course is available at a
partnering institution.
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REGISTRATION POLICIES
Currently enrolled students are given the opportunity to
register early. Notification of times of open registration
sessions are published on the college website. Students
may register online or face-to-face with their advisor.
Enrollment in classes will conform to the academic
prerequisites as stated in the college catalog unless waived
by the instructor and the Vice President of Instruction and
Student Services.
SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENTS
Registration – Final Add Date
The Friday before a session begins is the last day to add
classes for that session. Students who would like to
register for courses after a session begins will need to
choose courses from sessions that begin later in the
semester.
Courses that are added after the tuition deadline date will
need to be paid for immediately, have the tuition deferred
against remaining finalized financial aid eligibility, or paid
by arranging for an installment payment plan with Nelnet
Business Solutions (NBS), (formerly FACTS).
Dropping Courses
Students who have already registered are able to change
their schedules without penalty during the first five
business days of the regular semester. They may drop
courses online at MYSRC or they may meet with their
advisor.
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Currently enrolled students may drop courses from their
schedule for the first five business days of classes for a
class that runs nine to 16 weeks in duration and for the
first day, but prior to the second day, for a class that runs
five to eight weeks or less in duration. Courses dropped
during this period will result in a removal of tuition
charges, a 100% refund of paid tuition, and an adjustment
of financial aid awards. Courses cannot be dropped after
the fifth day. Students can withdraw from classes with no
refund. A "W" will appear on their academic transcript.
DROP FOR LACK OF ATTENDANCE OR ENGAGEMENT
Students referred by Spoon River College faculty to the
Financial Aid Department and/or the Registration
Department for a lack of course attendance or
engagement (on-line classes) within the first five business
days of the semester may be dropped from the course.
Tuition will be refunded and financial aid awards will be
adjusted.
ADDING, DROPPING, WITHDRAWING, AND COMPLETE
WITHDRAWALS
After the first five business days for a class that runs nine
to 16 weeks in duration, or after the first day, but prior to
the second day, for a class that runs five to eight weeks or
less in duration, students who wish to withdraw from a
course(s) must receive official authorization from
Admissions and Records as described in the procedures
below. Students are liable for all adjustments of tuition
and fee payments.
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Add: The official authorization to add a class to a
student's schedule within the schedule adjustment
period. Additional tuition and fees apply.
Class Withdrawal: The official authorization to
cease participating in a class after the schedule
adjustment period. Student is NOT eligible for a
refund.
College Day: A day when the College is open for
normal operation (classes and business).
Complete Withdrawal: The official authorization to
withdraw from the College and all courses. A
student is NOT eligible for a refund.
Drop: The official authorization to eliminate a class
from a student's schedule within the schedule
adjustment period. Student is eligible for a refund.
Final Date for Withdrawal from Course(s): The final
date that a student may withdraw from a class and
receive the grade of "W" as published in the
Academic Calendar or course schedule. This is
normally the 75th percentage point in the
enrollment period.
Medical Withdrawal: A complete withdrawal from
the College or all courses based upon
documentation from a physician. A student may be
eligible for a refund.
Refund: The credit for tuition and fees applied to a
student's account for classes dropped or cancelled
from a schedule.
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Types of Withdrawals
 Withdrawals for Non-Attendance: If an instructor
determines a student is not making an attempt to
finish the course or is not regularly attending or has
never attended he/she will be officially withdrawn
from the course by the instructor, and the
withdrawal will be appropriately noted on the
academic transcripts by the letter grade of W. It is
the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw
from the class.
 Complete Withdrawal from College: If a student
elects to discontinue all of their studies within an
academic term, he/she must officially withdraw
from Spoon River College.
Complete Withdrawal from College Procedures:
Students must initiate and notify an advisor to complete
the official withdrawal form. Students may notify their
advisor via email, phone or in person. The advisor will
ensure that the student is aware of any services available
to them. The student will obtain the necessary signatures
and forward the withdrawal form to Admissions and
Records for processing. The Financial Aid Office will make
necessary adjustments. Students who do not officially
withdraw from the college may receive grades of "F" in all
of their courses. Any student who is totally withdrawing
from college may receive a "W" in all courses. The Dean of
Student Services or designee may initiate the official
complete withdraw administratively with extenuating
circumstances or when the situation warrants such action.
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AUDITING CLASSES
Students can enroll in a course as an auditor provided
there is space available in the section. Students taking a
course for credit will be given priority enrollment over a
student enrolling as an auditor. The auditor pays the
regular per credit hour tuition rate and is expected to
meet course requirements. The auditor receives no grade
or credit upon completion of the course. An auditor may
not change their status to that of a credit student after the
schedule adjustment period. Audit status is not eligible for
financial aid.
A student may change a credit course to that of an audit
by informing Admissions and Records in writing of the
change prior to the official withdrawal date.
CLASS CANCELLATIONS
There is a listing of classes cancelled by instructors who
have notified the appropriate campus/center staff. This
listing can be found on the Spoon River College website
(www.src.edu).
Some instructors may choose to notify their students of
class cancellations by using either e-mail or the
announcement tools on Canvas.
Please be sure to check your Spoon River College
student e-mail and/or Canvas account for any messages
from your instructor(s).
COURSE REGISTRATION LIMITS
Spoon River College has a semester course enrollment
maximum of 18 credits in the Fall and Spring semesters
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(22 credits if the enrollment includes an interim session)
and nine credits in the summer session. If a student
wishes to register for more credits than the maximum
set for each enrollment period, they must secure
approval from a Dean of Instruction.
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS
Students with questions on the procedures for foreign
transcripts should be referred to International Student
Affairs, (309) 833-6022.
HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS
High School and other college or university transcripts and
official GED test scores can be mailed to:
Spoon River College
Admissions and Records
23235 N. County Highway 22
Canton, IL 61520
Official transcripts must come directly from the high
school or institution of higher education. Photocopies will
not be accepted. GED Test Scores must come from the
Regional Office of Education or appropriate administering
agency.
Students applying for admission to Spoon River College
degree and certificate programs, applying for financial aid
assistance, or receiving a college scholarship are required
to have an official high school transcript, GED certificate
and all official transcripts of additional college work on file
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in Admissions and Records upon registration and prior to
the completion of the twelfth (12th) credit hour. Failure to
receive the official transcripts in the designated period can
delay funds and/or the award of financial assistance.
PLACEMENT TESTING/OTHER TESTING
(309) 649-6400 Canton
(309) 833-6016 Macomb
(309) 543-4413 Havana
(217) 322-6060 Rushville
Placement testing criteria measures reading level, math
proficiency, and writing skills. All students must take either
the COMPASS test or provide evidence of official ACT
scores that meet standards. Transfer students who have
successfully completed courses in the given areas of
testing are exempt upon transcript verification. COMPASS
testing takes place on all SRC sites. Call the campus for
specific times and schedules. Other testing at SRC includes:
TEAS Nursing Entrance test, which is required prior to
being considered for the Nursing program; NLN-ACE
Mobility test, which is given prior to admission to the
Associates Degree of Nursing program in the second year;
ACT and Career Planning. Contact the Canton campus for
scheduled dates and times these tests are administered.
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RECORDS
(309) 649-6205 Canton,
Mon. thru Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
The Records Department conducts an official evaluation of
transcripts from previous college experience, AP and CLEP
credit. Students must request this evaluation by filling out
the Transfer Credit Evaluation Form (available at the
Advising Office on the Canton Campus or the Business
Office on the Macomb Campus, and at the Havana and
Rushville Centers). The Records Department also audits
the students who have petitioned for graduation. The
department maintains student records for current and
graduated students. Transcripts will be sent within three
business days at no charge. There is a $2.00 fee for faxing
transcripts and $4.00 fee for immediate requests (printed
while you wait. This is available in both Canton and
Macomb). Telephone requests will not be honored.
Spoon River College has authorized Transcripts on Demand
by Scrip-Safe International to provide secure transcript
ordering via the Web. You can order transcripts 24/7 with
this service using any major credit card or debit card. The
cost is a $3.00 processing fee for each transcript
destination, and transcripts are sent within approximately
three business days provided that all financial obligations
to the college are cleared.
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REGISTRATION FOR CLASSES
Returning students are encouraged to register online at
www.src.edu or meet with an advisor to set their semester
schedule. New students will need to take a COMPASS test
or provide ACT scores before registration is permitted.
Certain courses are not available for online registration,
such as program specific courses not available to the
general public, or courses that require confirmation of a
prerequisite. Students may also meet with their advisor
for assistance. The academic calendar dictates available
registration for fall, spring, and summer schedules.
Registration can be completed on any campus, in person
or online.
FINANCIAL AID
FINANCIAL AID DISBURSEMENT
Grant and scholarship aid is usually credited to a student’s
account by the fifth week of the semester. Student loan
funds are disbursed after the 30th day of the semester.
TYPES OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID
Federal Grants and Loans
Federal Pell Grant
The Federal Pell Grant is the primary federal student aid
program. It is awarded to students on the basis of financial
need and does not have to be repaid. Funds received from
the Federal Pell Grant may be used for all legitimate
educational expenses, including tuition, fees, and related
living expenses. This grant is renewable, dependent on
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continued financial need and meeting academic standards
of progress. Students have a limited Pell lifetime eligibility
maximum equivalent to 12 semesters of full time awards.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
(FSEOG)
The FSEOG Grant is gift-aid for undergraduates with
exceptional financial need. Federal Pell Grant recipients
with the lowest estimated family contribution (EFC) will be
the first to get FSEOGs, which do not have to be paid back.
Minimum enrollment of six (6) credit hours is required to
maintain eligibility for this program.
Federal Work-Study Program (FWS)
A limited number of part-time jobs in various departments
throughout the college are available to Spoon River
College students. Information from the FAFSA is used to
determine eligibility for work through this program.
Students are paid the federal minimum wage for up to 20
hours per week of work, depending on their need and the
type of work available. Minimum enrollment of six credit
hours is required to maintain eligibility for this program.
Students must also meet Standards of Academic Progress
to maintain eligibility. Applications for this program are
available in the Financial Aid Office.
Federal Direct Student Loan
This is a loan program whereby students may borrow
money for educational expenses. A minimum enrollment
of six credit hours is required to maintain eligibility for this
program. The interest rate is fixed, and repayment begins
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six months after the student either graduates or ceases to
be enrolled at least half-time. Students are required to
complete entrance counseling prior to loan funds being
disbursed. Freshman students (0-29 credit hours
completed) may borrow up to $4,500 of subsidized loan
funds for the 2014-2015 academic year. Sophomores (30
or more credit hours completed) may borrow up to $4,500
of subsidized loan funds for the 2014-2015 academic year.
There are two types of loans available:
 Subsidized Loans: Based on financial need. The
government pays the interest while the student is
enrolled in college.
 Unsubsidized Loans: Not based on financial need. The
student either has to pay the interest or have it
capitalized while in college.
Important Information about Loans
Students must have completed a FAFSA and submitted all
forms required for processing prior to loan eligibility being
determined. Potential borrowers must meet the loan
eligibility requirements. All loans are required to be
disbursed in two separate disbursements. Disbursement
dates will be displayed on the disclosure statement
provided by the Direct Loan Servicing Center. Any loan
funds remaining after charges on the student account
have been covered will be mailed to the student’s college
address on file. ALL checks are mailed. Please NOTE:
Students are now required to complete their degree
within 150% of the time required for the program, or they
will lose the interest subsidy on their student loans. See
www.studentloans.gov for more information.
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Student Loan Repayment Options
The Direct Loan Program offers loan repayment plans
designed to meet the needs of almost every borrower.
Direct Loans are funded by the U.S. Department of
Education through Spoon River College and are managed
by the Direct Loan Servicing Center, under the supervision
of the Department of Education. The Direct Loan Program
allows you to choose your repayment plan and to switch
your plan if your needs change.
Direct Loan borrowers may choose from the standard,
extended, graduated, income contingent, or income-based
repayment plans.
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Standard Repayment - With the standard plan, you
will pay a fixed amount each month until your
loans are paid in full. Your monthly payments will
be at least $50 and you'll have up to 10 years to
repay your loans.
Extended Repayment - To be eligible for the
extended plan, you must have more than $30,000
in Direct Loan debt, and you must not have an
outstanding balance on a Direct Loan as of October
7, 1998. Under the extended plan you have 25
years for repayment and two payment options:
fixed or graduated. Fixed payments are the same
amount each month, as with the standard plan,
while graduated payments start low and increase
every two years.
Graduated Repayment - With this plan your
payments start out low and increase every two
years. The length of your repayment period will be
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up to ten years. If you expect your income to
increase steadily over time, this plan may be right
for you. Your monthly payment will never be less
than the amount of interest that accrues between
payments. Although your monthly payment will
gradually increase, no single payment under this
plan will be more than three times greater than
any other payment.
Income Contingent Repayment - This plan gives
you the flexibility to meet your Direct Loan
obligations without causing undue financial
hardship. Each year, your monthly payments will
be calculated on the basis of your adjusted gross
income (AGI, plus your spouse's income if you're
married), family size, and the total amount of your
Direct Loans.
Income-Based Repayment - Under this plan the
required monthly payment will be based on your
income during any period when you have a partial
financial hardship. Your monthly payment may be
adjusted annually. The maximum repayment
period under this plan may exceed 10 years. If you
meet certain requirements over a specified period
of time, you may qualify for cancellation of any
outstanding balance of your loans.
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Sample Repayment Schedule
Standard Repayment - 6% Interest Rate
Amount
Borrowed
$10,000
$15,000
$20,000
Monthly Payment
for 10 Years
$115
$173
$230
Total Amount
Repaid
$13,810
$20,714
$27,619
Federal Direct PLUS Loan Program
Federal Direct PLUS loans are non-need-based loans which
provide money to qualified parents of dependent
undergraduate students enrolled in at least a half-time
basis (6 or more credit hours). A parent may borrow up to
the difference between the cost of attendance and other
financial aid received, per academic year per student.
Eligibility for PLUS loans is based on credit approval.
Repayment begins shortly after funds are disbursed. The
repayment period is up to ten years. Students must meet
Standards of Academic Progress for parents to be able to
borrow a PLUS loan on their behalf. PLUS loans are
required to be disbursed in two disbursements.
Disbursement dates will be displayed on the disclosure
statement provided by the Direct Loan Servicing Center.
Any loan funds remaining after charges on the student
account have been covered will be mailed to the parent
borrower at the address provided on the loan application.
State of Illinois Funded Grants
Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) Monetary
Award Program (MAP) Grant
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This award program is based on financial need and is
applicable for tuition and fees, excluding lab fees (from
three through 15 credit hours per semester) of
undergraduate work. Students may receive up to 75 MAP
paid credit hours at a two-year college. Students are
required to reimburse Spoon River College in the event
that state funding is not available to pay the full grant
awarded to the student. Application for the award is
made on the FAFSA form and by providing the appropriate
information. Students should apply early as state funding
is limited and has been exhausted before March in recent
years. The MAP grant may not be used during the summer
session.
Silas Purnell Illinois Incentive for Access Grant Program
(IIA)
This program is for freshman students enrolled at least
half-time who have no or very low expected family
contributions, with no family resources, and also meet the
eligibility requirements for the MAP grant. Funding for this
program is dependent upon appropriations by the State of
Illinois General Assembly. It has not been funded in recent
years.
Scholarships for Veterans
Some veterans’ organizations such as American Legion and
Veterans of Foreign Wars offer financial assistance to
veterans and their dependents. The college recommends
that these organizations be contacted directly through
their local chapters for additional information.
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Veterans Benefits
Spoon River College is approved for veterans’ benefits
through the Illinois State Approving Agency. Any veteran
who thinks he/she may be eligible for federal benefits may
obtain information and applications through the Financial
Aid Office. To maintain eligibility, students who are
veterans must be enrolled in an eligible program, attend
classes regularly, and make satisfactory academic
progress. Please complete a Veterans Benefit Activation
Form for each semester of enrollment. Forms are located
on the College website.
Illinois Veterans Grant
This award will pay the full tuition and applicable fees for
Illinois veterans attending SRC part-time or full-time. Any
veteran who entered the armed forces as an Illinois
resident and who served at least 12 months active duty
and returned to Illinois within six months of separation
may qualify for this program. A copy of form DD214
(Report of Separation) showing an honorable discharge
and proof of state residency must accompany the
application for the award. Applications are available at
www.isac.org and are mailed to the address listed on the
application. Veterans who have previously been
determined eligible for IVG must notify the Financial Aid
Office each semester if they would like to use the award.
Please complete a Veterans Benefit Activation Form for
each semester of enrollment. Forms are located on the
College website.
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Illinois National Guard Grant
This award applies to tuition and applicable fees charged
for attending Spoon River College part-time or full-time.
Eligibility requires that the recipient must be a member of
the Illinois National Guard for at least one year and must
continue to be a member for the duration of the
scholarship. Applications are available at www.isac.org
and are mailed to the address listed on the application.
Applicants must reapply for grant eligibility every year.
Please complete a Veterans Benefit Activation Form for
each semester of enrollment. Forms are located on the
College website.
MIA-POW Scholarship
This award applies to in-district tuition and applicable fees.
Eligibility requires that the recipient must be the spouse or
child of an eligible veteran. Information and applications
may be obtained through the Financial Aid Office and at
www.isac.org. Please complete a Veterans Benefit
Activation Form for each semester of enrollment. Forms
are located on the College website.
Locally-based Financial Aid
Spoon River College Scholarships
Spoon River College awards performing grants in
academic, athletic, and artistic activities of the college. The
grants consist of waiving the normal in-district tuition and
fees for a designated number of credit hours per academic
term during the SRC academic year. Recipients are
required to maintain acceptable academic standards.
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Spoon River College Foundation
A variety of named scholarships are available through the
Spoon River College Foundation. Eligibility and
qualification requirements for each scholarship
vary. Criteria are listed on the college website at
http://www.src.edu/foundation/Pages/scholarships.aspx.
Contact the Spoon River College Foundation at (309) 6476260 or the SRC Financial Aid Office at (309) 649-7030 for
more information. The application deadline is March 15 of
each year.
Senior Citizens
Spoon River College district residents who are 65 years or
older may be eligible to receive a tuition and fees waiver
(except lab fees) for credit courses. This waiver does not
apply to those who are auditing a course(s). Eligible senior
citizens (as defined in next section) accepted for admission
may enroll in regularly scheduled credit courses, other
than credit courses designed specifically for senior citizens,
provided that available classroom space exists and tuition
paying students enrolled constitute the minimum number
required for the course. Degree-seeking students will be
given priority in class scheduling. The senior citizen
student is responsible for fees. The policy is applied if
classroom space is available. Online course registration will
not be accepted until the last day of the add period.
Eligible Senior citizen: Any person 65 years or older whose
annual household income is less than the threshold
amount provided in Section 4 of the “Senior Citizens and
Disabled Persons Property Tax Relief and Pharmaceutical
Assistance Act,” approved July 17, 1972, as amended.
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Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons Property Tax Relief
and Pharmaceutical Assistance Act thresholds: Annual
household income thresholds (households of 1 to 3 and
more) that provide direct property tax relief to senior
citizens and disabled persons. Spoon River College will
verify the income limits annually by referring to
www.illinoislegaladvocate.org.
Support Agencies Educational Assistance
Persons who are clients of federal, state, county,
township, and/or municipal agencies may be eligible for
educational United Workforce Development Board
(UWDB) awards.
Loss of Financial Aid Eligibility Due to Drug Offenses
Under the Higher Education Act, students become
ineligible for federal student aid (grants, loans, and/or
work-study) upon conviction of any offense involving the
possession or sale of illegal drugs. The Act does not count
convictions that have been removed from the student’s
record or convictions that occurred before they turned 18,
unless they were tried as an adult.
According to the United States Department of Education, if
a student is convicted of a drug offense after receiving
federal aid money, he or she must notify the Financial Aid
Office immediately, and that student will become
ineligible for further aid and will also be required to pay
back any and all aid received before the conviction.
The information below summarizes the length of time that
the conviction impacts a student’s eligibility for student
aid.
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Possession of Illegal Drugs:
 First Offense: 1 year from the date of conviction
 Second Offense: 2 years from the date of
conviction
 Third and Subsequent Offenses: Indefinite
ineligibility from the date of conviction
Sale of Illegal Drugs:
 First Offense: 2 years from the date of conviction
 Second and Subsequent Offenses: Indefinite
ineligibility from the date of conviction.
If a student successfully completes a drug rehabilitation
program, he or she will regain eligibility for student aid
funds as of the day the student successfully completes the
program.
Contact the Spoon River College Financial Aid Office if you
have questions concerning this issue or a Spoon River
College advisor if you need information about drug
rehabilitation programs in the area.
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STUDENT BODY PROFILE
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82% of First-time Full-time students receive some form
of financial aid or scholarship.
56% receive a PELL grant.
58% of the unduplicated student enrollment is female,
while 42% are male.
40% of the student population is at Full-time status,
while 60% are part time.
Fall to Fall retention rate for Full-time students is 58%.
Fall to Fall retention rate for Part-time students is 38%.
The overall graduation rate is 34%.
Graduation rate for males is 36%
Graduation rate for females is 31%.
Graduation rate for Black or African American students
within 150% is at 30%.
Graduation rate for Asian students within 150% is 33%.
Graduation rate for White/Caucasian students within
150% is 35%.
Overall the transfer-out rate is 29%.
The Ethnic diversity of 12 month unduplicated student
enrollment is;
o 91% White
o 6% Black or African American
o 1% Hispanic/Latino
o 1% Asian/Pacific Islander
Source: 2012-2013 Institute of Education
Sciences: National Center for Education Statistics
Graduation rate calculated for 150% of normal time
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STUDENT HEALTH AND SAFETY
CAMPUS SECURITY AND CRIME REPORT
A comprehensive annual campus safety report that
addresses reporting requirements, campus safety and
security, authority of campus security offices, emergency
response, crime reporting, timely warning, fire safety,
access to college facilities, safety-related maintenance,
crime prevention, sex offender response, sexual assault
response, safety tips, alcohol and drug risks, chemical
abuse treatment facilities, and three years of campus
crime statistics can be found at:
http://www.src.edu/services/Pages/handbook.aspx
Crime Reporting
All criminal incidents can and should be reported to the
SRC administrator in charge of a function, the campus
receptionist, or the attending faculty or staff member. SRC
will implement appropriate actions including, but not
limited to, contacting the presiding law enforcement
agency, and any medical service agencies or others as
needed by the person involved. Incident Forms are
available in Student Services, the Business Office and other
SRC sites. All incidents must be communicated in writing
to the Vice President of Administrative Services as soon as
possible.
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Criminal Incidents at Spoon River College
Crime
Crime
2012
2013
Murder
Rape
Robbery
Aggravated Assault
Burglary
Motor Vehicle Theft
Liquor Law Violations
Drug Abuse Violations
Weapons possessions
Theft
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2014
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Timely Warning Procedure
In the event that a situation arises on or off campus that
the College determines is an ongoing or continuing threat,
a college wide “timely warning” may be issued per
requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. Initial notification
will occur through the College web page.
Timely warnings are usually issued for the following
classifications:
 arson
 burglary
 robbery
 aggravated assault
 criminal homicide
 sex offenses
 any other emergency as deemed necessary.
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Depending on the particular circumstances of the threat,
especially in situations that pose an immediate or on-going
threat to the college community and individuals, a copy of
the notice may be posted on-campus throughout the
campuses and Centers of Spoon River College.
Anyone with information warranting a timely warning
should report the circumstances to the Vice President of
Administrative Services at (309) 649-6211 or the Dean of
Student Services at (309) 649-6329.
Emergency Notification
Spoon River College uses an emergency notification to
notify students and employees in a timely manner when it
is determined that there is a significant emergency or
dangerous situation involving an immediate threat to the
health or safety of students or employees occurring on
campus. The notification to the campus community may
contain only the information that is reasonably necessary
to promote the safety of the campus community as
dictated by the situation. An Emergency Notification will
be released as soon as reasonably necessary and without
delay, unless notification will compromise efforts to assist
a victim, or to contain, respond to, or otherwise mitigate
the emergency. After the initial notification, follow-up
information may be disseminated to the college
community via e-mails, web site postings, and other
communication mediums.
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An Emergency Notification can be related to criminal
activity that is not subject to the timely warning standard
required by the Clery Act. In addition, there may be
notifications made for circumstances that are not
necessarily related to criminal activity. Examples of
situations that may constitute the College’s decision to
issue an Emergency Notification include, but are not
limited to situations where serious injuries may or have
occurred, or situations that cause major disruption to
campus operations.
Crime Definitions from the Uniform Crime Reporting
Handbook:
Arson
Any willful or malicious burning or attempt to burn, with
or without intent to defraud, a dwelling house, public
building, motor vehicle or aircraft, personal property of
another, etc.
Criminal Homicide - Murder by Negligence
The killing of another person through gross negligence.
Criminal Homicide - Murder and Non-negligent
Manslaughter
The willful (non-negligent) killing of one human being by
another.
Robbery
The taking or attempting to take anything of value from
the care, custody, or control of a person or persons by
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force or threat of force or violence and/or by putting the
victim in fear.
Aggravated Assault
An unlawful attack by one person upon another for the
purpose of inflicting severe or aggravated bodily injury.
This type of assault usually is accompanied by the use of a
weapon or by means likely to produce death or great
bodily harm. (It is not necessary that injury result from an
aggravated assault when a gun, knife, or other weapon is
used which could and probably would result in serious
personal injury if the crime were successfully completed.)
Burglary
The unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or a
theft. For reporting purposes this definition includes:
unlawful entry with intent to commit a larceny or felony;
breaking and entering with intent to commit a larceny;
housebreaking; safecracking; and all attempts to commit
any of the aforementioned.
Motor Vehicle Theft
The theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle, (Classify
as motor vehicle theft all cases where automobiles are
taken by persons not having lawful access, even though
the vehicles are later abandoned, and including joyriding.)
Weapon Law Violations
The violation of laws or ordinances dealing with weapon
offenses, regulatory in nature, such as: manufacture, sale,
or possession of deadly weapons; carrying deadly
weapons, concealed or openly; furnishing deadly weapons
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to minors; aliens possessing deadly weapons; and all
attempts to commit any of the aforementioned.
Drug Abuse Violations
Violations of state and local laws relating to the unlawful
possession, sale, use, growing, manufacturing, and making
of narcotic drugs. The relevant substances include: opium
or cocaine and their derivatives (morphine, heroin,
codeine); marijuana; synthetic narcotics (Demerol,
methadones); and dangerous non-narcotic drugs
(barbiturates, Benzedrine).
Liquor Law Violations
The violation of laws or ordinances prohibiting: the
manufacture, sale, transporting, furnishing, possessing of
intoxicating liquor; maintaining unlawful drinking places;
bootlegging; operating a still; furnishing liquor to a minor
or intemperate person; using a vehicle for illegal
transportation of liquor; drinking on a train or public
conveyance; and all attempts to commit any of the
aforementioned. (Drunkenness and driving under the
influence are not included in this definition.)
Sex Offenses Definitions from the National IncidentBased Reporting System Edition of the Uniform Crime
Reporting Program
Sex Offenses-Forcible
Any sexual act directed against another person, forcibly
and/or against that person’s will; or not forcibly or against
the person’s will where the victim is incapable of giving
consent.
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A. Forcible Rape - The carnal knowledge of a person,
forcibly and/or against that person’s will, or not
forcibly or against the person’s will where the victim is
incapable of giving consent because of his/her
temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity
(or because of his/her youth).
B. Forcible Sodomy - Oral or anal sexual intercourse
with another person, forcibly and/or against that
person’s will, or not forcibly against the person’s will
where the victim is incapable of giving consent
because of his/her youth or because of his/her
temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity.
C. Sexual Assault With An Object - The use of an
object or instrument to unlawfully penetrate, however
slightly, the genital or anal opening of the body of
another person, forcibly and/or against that person’s
will; or not forcibly or against the person’s will where
the victim is incapable of giving consent because of
his/her youth or because of his/her temporary or
permanent mental or physical incapacity.
D. Forcible Fondling - The touching of the private body
parts of another person for the purpose of sexual
gratification, forcibly and/or against that person’s will;
or, not forcibly or against the person’s will where the
victim is incapable of giving consent because of his/her
youth or because of his/her temporary or permanent
mental incapacity.
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Sex Offenses - Non-forcible
Unlawful, non-forcible sexual intercourse.
A. Incest - Non-forcible sexual intercourse between
persons who are related to each other within the
degrees wherein marriage is prohibited by law.
B. Statutory Rape – Non-forcible sexual intercourse
with a person who is under the statutory age of
consent.
Hate Crimes
Crimes involving bodily injury to any person in which the
victim is intentionally selected because of the actual or
perceived race, gender, religion, sexual orientation,
ethnicity, or disability of the victim.
Source: Federal Register, April 29, 1994, Vol. 59, No. 82;
Federal Register, November 1, 1999, Vol. 64, No. 210.
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response
Spoon River College educates the student community
about sexual assaults and dating safety through student
activity programming and a variety of communication
tools (Spoon View, SRC Informant, Student Handbook, and
Activity Fair).
If you are a victim of a sexual assault at Spoon River
College, your first priority should be to get to a place of
safety. You should then obtain necessary medical
treatment. Spoon River College strongly advocates that a
victim of sexual assault report the incident in a timely
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manner. Time is a critical factor for evidence collection and
preservation. An assault should be reported directly to a
college security officer and/or a college representative.
Filing a police report with local law enforcement will not
obligate the victim to prosecute, nor will it subject the
victim to scrutiny or judgmental opinions from officers.
Filing a police report will:
 ensure that a victim of sexual assault receives the
necessary medical treatment and tests, at no
expense to the victim,
 provide the opportunity for collection of evidence
helpful in prosecution, which cannot be obtained
later (ideally a victim of sexual assault should not
wash, douche, use the toilet, or change clothing
prior to a medical/legal exam), and
 assure the victim has access to free confidential
counseling from counselors specifically trained in
the area of sexual assault crisis intervention.
Various counseling options are available to victims of
sexual assault:
 Department of Children and Family Services –
Canton: (309) 647-0051
 Fulton-Mason County Crisis Services – Canton:
(309) 647-8311
 Sexual Assault Hotline – Macomb: (309) 837-5555
Spoon River College disciplinary proceedings, as well as
special guidelines for cases involving sexual misconduct,
are detailed in the Student Handbook. The Handbook
provides, in part, that the accused and the victim will each
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be allowed to choose a person to accompany them
throughout the incident review process. Both the victim
and accused will be informed of the outcome of the
hearing. A student found guilty of violating the College
sexual misconduct policy could be criminally prosecuted in
the state courts and may be suspended or expelled from
the College for the first offense. Student victims have the
option to change their academic schedule after an alleged
sexual assault, if such changes are reasonably available.
NOTICE: Information on sexual offenders that reside in
Illinois can be found at www.isp.state.il.us/SOR (Illinois
Sex Offender Registration Information)
DRUG/ALCOHOL POLICY
Substance Abuse Policy
Spoon River College is alcohol and drug free in accordance
with Public Law 100-690, The Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988.
The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation,
possession, or use of alcohol or a controlled substance is
prohibited in and on Spoon River College owned and
controlled property. This policy applies to employees,
students, and visitors. Any individual violating this policy
may be subject to disciplinary action.
Smoke-Free Campus Policy
Spoon River College is a tobacco and vapor-free campus in
compliance with the Smoke-Free Campus Act (Public Act
098-0985), which prohibits smoking on property owned or
operated by a State-supported institution of higher
education.
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The policy will apply to all Spoon River College property,
including buildings, grounds, parking lots, and vehicles,
and to all individuals on College property. Smoking, use of
tobacco, and vaping will only be allowed in personal
vehicles parked on or traveling through SRC property.
Doors, windows/vent windows, and convertible top of the
vehicle must remain closed during use of tobacco or
vaping.
Students in violation of this policy may be subject to
disciplinary action.
CRIMINAL PENALITIES FOR ALCOHOL, DRUG, AND
TOBACCO VIOLATIONS
ILLINOIS “USE IT & LOSE IT” DRIVING LAW
Under Illinois’ “Use It & Lose It’ zero tolerance law, drivers
under age 21 who are caught with any trace of alcohol in
their systems will lose their driving privileges.
Chemical Testing
A police officer will test for alcohol if, after issuing a
citation for any traffic offense, he/she has probable cause
to believe the driver has consumed alcohol. Based on the
driver’s physical condition or the police officer’s firsthand
knowledge, a test may be requested.
“Use It & Lose It” Penalties
 Test Failure – first violation
 Loss of driving privileges for three months
 Test Failure – second violation
 Loss of driving privileges for one year
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 Test Refusal – first violation
 Loss of driving privileges for six months
 Test Refusal – second violation
 Loss of driving privileges for two years.
Under 21 DUI Penalties
 First Offence
 Loss of driving privileges for a minimum of two
years.
 DUI conviction is permanently on driving record.
 Second Offense
 Loss of driving privileges for a minimum of five
years.
 DUI conviction is permanently on driving records.
For information on Illinois DUI laws and penalties go to
www.duilaws.com/Illinois.
For information on Illinois drug laws and penalties go to
www.iwu.edu/ccs/Illinois_Drug_Laws.htm.
For information on criminal penalties in the United States
for illegal drug use and sales go to
www.dea.gov/agency/penalties.
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DRUG, ALCOHOL, AND TOBACCO ABUSE HEALTH RISKS,
AND TREATMENT SERVICES
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Alcohol is the most abused drug in the United
States today.
Alcohol is a drug that acts on the brain. It is
potentially addicting, both physically and mentally.
Alcohol abuse is irresponsible drinking which harms
or endangers the drinker or other people.
Alcohol abuse can result in violence, poor
judgment, and loss of coordination.
Alcoholism is a disease characterized by a physical
and mental dependence on alcohol. About 1 in 10
drinkers becomes an alcoholic.
Alcohol consumed in heavy amounts over a period
of years can result in brain damage, cancer to the
mouth, stomach and esophagus, heart disease,
liver damage, ulcers, and gastritis, as well as
damage to other body organs.
Prolonged excessive drinking can shorten life spans
by 10 to 12 years.
Tobacco use and abuse can contribute to such
diseases as lung cancer, heart disease, and
emphysema.
Drug abuse is a major problem that results when
drugs are used improperly.
Drug abuse is using natural or synthetic chemical
substances for non-medical reasons to affect the
body, mind, and behavior.
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Abusing drugs can be dangerous especially when
they are taken for a long time, in the wrong
combinations or in excess.
If you take drugs, you risk overdose and
dependence, both physical and psychological.
Long-term drug abuse can lead to mental illness,
malnutrition, and organ damage.
The risk of AIDS, hepatitis, and other diseases
increases if drugs are injected.
When drugs make you lose control, you may do
things beyond your ability and take foolish risks.
Accidents and injuries can result to you and to
others.
Abusing drugs can also cause legal, economic, and
personal problems.
People who abuse drugs often need help.
Breaking a drug habit without outside help can be
dangerous, because of withdrawal symptoms, and
difficult, because of the psychological need.
Source: National Institute of Drug Abuse
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Spoon River College refers students to the following
agencies and professionals for initial drug and alcohol
abuse screening and/or treatment;
Canton:
Farm Resource Center
Fulton-Mason Crisis Service
John R. Day & Assoc.
North Central Behavioral Health Services
United in Jesus Outreach Ministries
Macomb:
Behavioral Health Services
Bridgeway
Catholic Charities
Counseling Perspectives
Farm Resource Center
North Central Behavioral Health Services
Psychology Clinic at Western Illinois University
Larry Rawlins, LCPC
Melanie Rawlins, PhD
Renee Roodhouse, LCPC
Havana:
Fulton-Mason Crisis Service
Mason District Hospital
MHC of Central Illinois
Rushville:
Schuyler County Health Department
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During the 2014-2015 academic year, no students were
referred for chemical dependency treatment services.
STUDENT LIFE
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Spoon River College offers a variety of opportunities for
students to get involved in campus life from co-curricular
to special interest clubs and organizations, athletics and
fine arts. There are many opportunities for leadership
involvement and social networking within the campus
communities.
The college offers intramural sports, as well as other
activities including guest speakers, musicians, community
service projects, and campus-wide events that serve
Spoon River College’s campuses and centers.
Clubs and Organizations
Alpha Gamma Tau
Alpha Gamma Tau is a club for students in the agriculture
program. Its goals are to develop leadership, to identify
career interests, and to enhance personal development.
Members also host a livestock judging contest, a public
speaking contest, and sales contest. Alpha Gamma Tau
offers scholarships for eligible students. Alpha Gamma
Tau is the local chapter of the state and national PAS –
Post-secondary Agricultural Students.
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Cru
Cru, the name of Campus Crusade for Christ International,
is a student-led organization offering a place where
Christian students can connect with other Christians and
grow in their faith. The group meets on a regular basis, as
well as hosts college-wide activities and events.
Drama
The Drama program prepares students for transfer into
and success in a baccalaureate program in drama, theatre,
or a related curriculum. Students take courses in acting,
textual studies in drama, theatre appreciation, and oral
interpretation. In addition, a four-semester student will
have the opportunity to participate in at least four stage
productions and several studio-quality stage exercises.
Finally, interested students have the option of completing
a credit-bearing theatre practicum for deeper immersion
in the discipline and additional emphasis in selected areas.
All students may be part of the STAGE (SRC Theatre Artists
Group for Education) student organization.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing ministry that
seeks to eliminate poverty housing from the world. The
Spoon River College chapter is an unincorporated, studentrun organization.
Intramural Sports
Spoon River College offers a variety of activities such as
basketball and volleyball leagues through the Canton
YMCA, fishing, running, and disc golf.
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Literary Magazine
The Kaleidoscope is Spoon River College’s literary
magazine. It offers all members of the college community
the opportunity to have short stories, poems, essays, and
artwork published. The Kaleidoscope is published each
spring.
Livestock Judging
Spoon River College offers students the opportunity to
participate in livestock judging competitions.
PEEPS – People for Earth’s Ecological Preservation
The PEEPS organization works to improve the environment
through projects, educational field trips, and other
activities. This club explores all areas of science.
Phi-Mu-Tau Fraternity
Phi-Mu-Tau, which stands for “Fingers-Mind-Tools,” is an
organization made up of students enrolled in the diesel
power systems technology program. Phi-Mu-Tau provides
a scholarship for a deserving fraternity member each year.
Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society – Nu Delta
Chapter
Phi Theta Kappa is the internationally recognized honor
society for two-year colleges. Spoon River College’s Nu
Delta Chapter offers membership to students who
distinguish themselves academically.
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Spoon River College Community Chorus
The Spoon River College Community Chorus performs
twice a year. The chorus of college students and
community members has a very positive reputation and
performs to sellout audiences each year.
SNA – Student Nurses Association
SNA is an organization that facilitates and initiates
participation in community service, volunteer work,
wellness activities, and professional organizations for
nursing students. The SNA club also supports nursing on a
national scale with social events designed to enhance
cohesiveness and support among the nursing students.
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association (SGA) occupies a key
position in the college student activity program by
allocating funds to various student activities, assisting with
student activities, cooperating with other student
organizations,
establishing
student
committees,
appointing students to Spoon River College staff-student
committees, and making recommendations to the
administration in matters of concern to the entire student
body. The SGA is comprised of elected student members
and operates within a constitution written by students.
Athletics
Spoon River College is recognized as a Region XXIV
member of the National Junior College Athletic Association
and operates under the Division II status for all sports.
Spoon River College is also a member of the Midwest
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Athletic Conference which is made up of ten NJCAA,
Division II colleges. Students participating in intercollegiate
athletics are required to undergo a complete physical
examination, at their own expense, by a physician. In
addition, student athletes are required to be covered by a
personal or family insurance policy. Spoon River College
carries catastrophic insurance only for student athletes.
The following athletic programs are offered at Spoon River
College:
• Women’s Softball
• Men’s Baseball
• Women’s Cross Country
• Men’s Cross Country
Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act
Each year, the federal government requires academic
institutions that offer co-ed intercollegiate athletics to
complete a survey, detailing information such as salaries,
operating budgets, and fundraising, to ensure gender
equity in their athletic programs. A copy of Spoon River
College’s report may be found on our web site,
www.src.edu.
STUDENT SERVICES AND SUPPORT SERVICES
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Once admitted into the college, each student is assigned
an advisor. Students are encouraged to meet with an
advisor to develop an educational plan that meets the
goals and requirements of their chosen curriculum and
program. Students are responsible for planning a tentative
schedule and arranging appointments with their advisors
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each semester. Advisors can meet with students as often
as needed throughout the year.
ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER
The Academic Success Center (ASC) supports all Spoon
River College students. The ASC provides an effective and
inviting learning environment where students can find
tutoring, receive information or a referral, or locate a
quiet, comfortable place to study. In Canton, the ASC is
located within the LRC on the second floor of Centers. In
Macomb, the ASC is located on the upper level of the
campus.
Goal of the ASC: The goal of the ASC is to improve the
quality, consistency, and availability of academic support
services to students, such as tutoring, study rooms and
computers. Specifically, the center strives to:
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Provide a learning environment and network of
support services that promotes educational
opportunity for each college learner.
Enhance the retention of students and successful
completion of the learner’s educational goals.
Develop the skills and attitudes necessary in each
learner for the attainment of academic, career, and
life-long goals.
Tutoring: Students who are experiencing difficulty keeping
up with the coursework in their classes may seek
assistance provided by a tutor, receive personal or
academic coaching, or access support material. ASC
assistance is provided to help students improve and
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maintain their study skills so that they can complete their
course(s) successfully.
Workshops: The ASC provides workshops to help students
improve study habits and techniques, in addition to
providing information to benefit their independent living
skills (such as budgeting, resume building, job searching,
and interviewing).
CAFETERIA (THE SANDBAR)
Spoon River College offers a full-service cafe on the Canton
campus. Snack and beverage vending machines are
available on the Macomb Campus and at the Havana and
Rushville Centers. Students wishing to put money on their
ID cards to be used for the cafeteria, vending, printing, and
copying can do so in the SRC Bookstore or at each campus
center.
Canton Campus – Sandbar
Hours of operation: Mon. - Fri.: 6:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Breakfast served from 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Lunch served from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The grill shuts
down at 12:30 p.m.
Daily special menus are posted on bulletin boards
throughout the Canton Campus.
To contact the SRC Cafeteria, call (309) 649-6312. For
information about catering services please call (309) 6496294 or (309) 649-6312 for details.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
SRC Toll Free 1-800.334.7337
Canton Campus 309.647.4645
Havana Campus 309.543.4413
Macomb Campus 309.837.5727
Rushville Campus 217.322.6060
Academic Success Center
Email: [email protected]
Canton Phone: 309.833.6048
Macomb Phone 309.833.6048
Email: [email protected]
Canton Phone: 309.649.6278
Tutoring, academic coaching, and homework lab.
Admissions and Records Office
Email: [email protected]
Canton Phone: 309.649.7020
Macomb Phone 309.833.6006
Obtain general information, change of address, change of
major, withdrawing from a class, records, grades,
residency and graduation.
Athletics and Intramurals
Canton Phone: 309.649.6303
Information about intercollegiate athletic programs and
intramurals.
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Bookstore
Email: [email protected]
Canton Phone: 309.649.6295
Macomb Phone: 309.833.6012
Books, academic supplies, materials, snacks, and computer
supplies.
disAbility Services
Email: [email protected]
Canton Phone: 309.649.6305
Macomb Phone: 309.649.6305
Coordinates academic accommodations and services for
students with documented disabilities.
Financial Aid
Email: [email protected]
Canton Phone: 309.649.7030
Macomb Phone: 309.833.6073
FAFSA assistance, Pell Grants, loan information,
information about scholarships, emergency loans, and
veteran’s assistance.
MySRC Assistance
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 309.649.6381
Passwords, changes in passwords, access to campus
student email, and log-on assistance.
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Placement Testing and Other Testing Services
(309) 649-6400 Canton
(309) 833-6016 Macomb
(309) 543-4413 Havana
(217) 322-6060 Rushville
Placement testing criteria measures reading level, math
proficiency, and writing skills. All students must take either
the COMPASS test or provide evidence of official ACT
scores that meet standards. Other testing at SRC includes:
TEAS Nursing Entrance test, NLN-ACE Mobility test, ACT,
and Career Planning Assessments. Contact the Canton
campus for scheduled dates and times these tests are
administered.
Reception Desk
(309) 647- 4645, then press 0
Hours: Mon.-Thurs.: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Fri. 7:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Located in the main entrance of Centers, the Reception
Desk is a resource for locating forms, classrooms,
employees, and lost and found items.
Records
(309) 649-6600 Canton,
Mon. thru Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
The Records department conducts an official evaluation of
transcripts from previous college experience, AP and CLEP
credit, and final degree audits for graduation.
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Student Accounts
Email: [email protected]
Canton Phone: 309.649.7021
Macomb Phone: 309.833.6008
Questions concerning bills, tuition,
payments.
accounts
and
Student Services Advising Office
Email: [email protected]
Canton Phone: 309.649.6400
Macomb Phone: 309.833.6069
Schedule placement testing, orientation, drop or withdraw
from classes, arrange accommodations, job search,
resumes, college transfer, disabilities, schedule special
testing, and adaptive equipment.
TECH Help Desk
Help Desk Phone: (309) 649-6381
E-mail: [email protected]
Hours: M-TH 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; F 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
For evening or weekend support, use e-mail or call the
voice phone number and leave a message. Let us know
how to contact you. We will contact you the next working
day.
Transcripts Request
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 309.649.6600
Request a copy of official transcripts, or send a transcript
or academic records to another institution.
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disAbility SUPPORT SERVICES
Spoon River College provides accommodations for
qualified students with a documented disability. It is the
student’s responsibility to provide documentation of any
disability and to discuss possible accommodations with the
disAbility Support Services advisor. Students are
encouraged to meet with the disAbility Support Services
advisor prior to enrollment in classes to disclose their
disability to ensure that accommodations are provided in a
timely manner. Services may be requested at any time
during the semester, however. Academic accommodations are determined based on the nature of the
student’s disability and its impact in the classroom. Eligible
students who have a documented disability which is
determined to be a barrier to their success in a college
program may receive accommodations including, but not
limited to: adaptive equipment, assistive technology,
testing accommodations, interpreters, books in alternate
forms, and/or note-takers. If you have a documented
disability and would like to request academic
accommodations, please contact the disAbility Services
advisor at (309) 649-6305.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS
A limited number of part-time jobs are available to SRC
students in various departments throughout the college.
Federal College Work-Study Program (FWS) - Information
from the FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for work
through this program. Students are paid the federal
minimum wage for up to 20 hours per week of work,
depending on their need and the type of work available.
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Minimum enrollment of six (6) credit hours is required to
maintain eligibility for this program. Students must also
meet SRC’s Standards of Academic Progress to maintain
eligibility. Applications for this program are available in
the Financial Aid office.
HEALTH INSURANCE FOR STUDENTS
Spoon River College does not provide student accident
and health insurance policies. Students will need to
contact an outside insurance agency if they are not
covered by other policies. Spoon River College carries
catastrophic insurance only for student athletes. See
the Director of Athletics and Intramurals for more
information.
My SRC-ONLINE STUDENT SERVICES
My SRC is the gateway to student online services provided
at www.src.edu. Students can browse class offerings and
schedules, register for or drop a class, add a class, pay for
classes, check on scholarships, grades, or billing, and
purchase books. Students can also access online library
services, apply for financial aid, or search for a job.
Students can download documents needed to determine
aid eligibility and view aid awarded via My SRC.
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
Orientation programs for all new students are held at the
beginning of the fall semester and at various other times.
Students have an opportunity to familiarize themselves
with the college, as well as support services, academic
services, student life, and tour the campus. An online
orientation is also available for new students.
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TRANSFER INFORMATION AND ARTICULATION (Visit
www.itransfer.org or www.transferology.com)
(309) 649-6400 Canton
(309) 833-6016 Macomb
(309) 543-4413 Havana
(217) 322-6060 Rushville
Transfer information is available in the Advising Office at
any of the four locations. Articulation and transfer
guideline websites can be explored by visiting with an
advisor.
TRiO – Student Support Services (SSS)
TRiO-Student Support Services (SSS) is a program funded
by the U.S. Department of Education available to students
on the Macomb campus. The program is designed to help
first generation, low income, and disabled students
overcome barriers in higher education. The mission of the
Spoon River College TRiO program is to provide students
with academic support and personal guidance in
successfully completing a program of study at the college
and additional assistance in transitioning to a four-year
college or university. Services offered include tutoring,
academic advising, transfer assistance, financial aid
assistance, financial literacy education, cultural trips and
career exploration.
TRiO-Student Support Services are located in Room 214 on
the Macomb Campus.
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TUTORING
Tutoring is available free of charge to all Spoon River
College students. Students who are experiencing difficulty
keeping up with the coursework in their classes may seek
assistance provided by a tutor, personal or academic
counseling, or support material. These services are
available through the Academic Success Centers.
Online tutoring is available for students who cannot access
tutoring at one of the Academic Success Centers due to
distance, time, or availability of tutors. Students may
contact either the Writing Tutor or Math & Science Tutor
via the online tutoring links in My SRC or by contacting the
Academic Success Center in Canton or Macomb.
THE SUCCESSFUL
TERMINOLOGY
STUDENT’S
GUIDE
TO
COLLEGE
Academic Audit/Graduation Checklist – Advising
information illustrating a student's progress in fulfilling the
graduation requirements of their chosen degree program.
Admission – Process to obtain acceptance to the college
and to register for classes.
Advisor – A faculty or staff member who guides and aids
students in reviewing an academic plan, preparing a
course schedule, and following a student’s selected
program of study.
Alternative Loan – A private loan used to pay for college
expenses that may be at a higher interest rate.
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Apply – To seek admission to a college.
Associate in Arts and Science Degree – Transferable
degree that prepares the student to transfer as a junior to
a four- year college/university.
Associate in General Studies Degree – Flexible and
personalized non-transferable degree which combines
academic and occupational areas.
Associate in Applied Science Degree – Non-transfer
degree for students seeking specialized training to prepare
for full-time employment.
Audit a Course – Attending a course and paying full tuition
for a course without being awarded credit for the course.
Career/Technical Program – One or two year occupational
programs.
Certificate – Area of specialization requiring fewer hours
than a degree; designed for a student wishing to prepare
for employment.
COMPASS – Mandatory computer-based course
placement assessment for English, Reading, and Math for
first time students at SRC.
Completion Rate – Percentage of credits successfully
completed by a student. The college expects at least a 67%
completion rate each semester.
Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) – A summary or
average grade for all the courses taken at a college.
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Current Student – A student who attended Spoon River
College last semester and will enroll the following
semester.
Deferment – The ability to delay payment of college
tuition and/or books based on pending financial aid,
funding, or a payment plan.
Dependent Student – Status assigned to students typically
less than 24 years of age for financial aid purposes. The
student reports his or her information (income and assets)
and parents information (income, assets, family size) when
applying for financial aid.
Developmental (Remedial) Course – A course in Math,
Reading, or English that is designed to improve a student’s
basic skills in order to prepare them for college-level
course work in the same subject.
disAbility Services – Services for students with a
documented disability.
Disbursement – When financial aid payments are made to
qualified students.
Drop – Student requests to remove a class from their
schedule.
Enrollment Status – Current, Full-Time, Half-Time, New,
Returning, Three-Quarter Time, Transfer,

Current Student – A student who attended Spoon
River College last semester and will enroll the
following semester.
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
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Full-Time Student – A student who is enrolled in
twelve (12) or more credits per semester.
Half-Time Student – A student enrolled in six (6) to
eight (8.5) credits per semester.
New Student – A student who has not previously
attended Spoon River College.
Part-Time Student – A student enrolled in less than
12 credits.
Returning Student – A student who previously
attended Spoon River College and is returning after
a semester or longer break.
Three-Quarter Time Student – A student enrolled
in nine (9) to eleven (11.5) credits.
Transfer Student – A student who attended
another college who is now attending SRC that may
have had credits accepted into their Spoon River
College major.
Expected Family Contribution (EFC) – The amount a
student and their family are expected to contribute
toward college expenses.
FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It is the
primary application used to determine your state and
federal eligibility for financial aid.
Financial Aid – Grants and Loans

Grant – Financial aid that is a gift of funds to help
pay for college expenses.
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Pell Grant and Supplemental Educational
Opportunity Grant (SEOG) – A federal
grant program based on need for those students
with the lowest expected family contribution (EFC).
Student Loan – Financial aid that must be repaid
by the student.
Direct Subsidized Loan – A federal loan program
with interest deferred for qualifying students as
long as the student is enrolled half-time or more.
Direct Unsubsidized Loan – A federal loan program
where interest is assessed while the student is
enrolled.
Financial Aid Award Notice – A summary of the various
financial aid programs a student is qualified to receive.
Financial Need – It is your eligibility for financial aid and is
the difference between the costs of attending the college
minus what the family/student are expected to contribute
to the cost (expected family contribution).
Full-Time Student – A student who is enrolled in twelve
(12) or more credits per semester.
Graduation Application – Form required notifying the
Records Office that you will be completing the
requirements of your program and will qualify for
graduation.
Graduation Checklist/Academic Audit – Advising
information illustrating a student's progress in fulfilling the
graduation requirements of their chosen degree program.
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Grant – Financial aid that is a gift of funds to help pay for
college expenses
Grade Point Average (GPA) – A cumulative semester grade
average for all the courses taken at a college.
Half-Time Student – A student enrolled in six (6) to eight
(8.5) credits per semester.
Hybrid course – A course that is a blend of face-to-face
instruction with online learning through a course
management system (Canvas) and the Internet resulting in
reduced classroom seat time.
ID Card – It is the policy of Spoon River College to require
photo identification cards for all employees and students
of the college in order to facilitate safety and security and
to improve access to college services. The SRC ID card is
the property of Spoon River College. The Canton Learning
Resources Center (Library) is responsible for the overall
production and distribution of the official ID card.
Independent Student – A student who reports only his/
her income information (and that of a spouse, if the
student is married) when applying for student aid. You
are automatically considered independent if you are 24
years of age or older as of December 31 of the current
academic year. See Financial Aid staff for other options for
being considered independent.
Interactive Video Course – Usually offered on multiple SRC
sites but the course content (lectures, demonstrations,
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and class sessions) is broadcast from a main location and
viewed on TV monitors.
IAI – Illinois Articulation Initiative State guidelines that
designate courses that can readily transfer to universities
in the state.
Major – The program of study that a student is pursuing at
SRC.
My SRC – Student portal for schedule, registration,
financial aid, and tuition account information.
Need Analysis – A formula used to determine the
expected family financial contribution toward the cost of
attending college. It is based on family (parent and
student) information (income, assets, family size).
On-line course – All course work, materials, instruction,
discussion and assessment are done online through a
course management system (Canvas) and the Internet.
Parent Contribution – The financial support that your
parent(s) is/are expected to contribute toward your
educational expenses.
Payment Plan (FACTS) – A plan that allows a student to
pay their tuition and fees in installments over the
semester.
Prerequisites – A course or criteria that must be fulfilled
prior to admission to another course or program of study.
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Probation – Students granted an academic and/or
financial aid appeal will be at this status for one or more
semesters.
Probation/Warning – Student warning status when a
student fails to meet one or more of the three satisfactory
progress standards: cumulative and session grade point
average of 2.0, completion rate of 67%, and/or the
maximum time frame for degree completion.
Register – To sign up to take certain classes.
Satisfactory Academic Progress – Based on three
measures; cumulative and session grade point average,
must be a 2.0, completion rate of 67% based on
comparison of accumulative credits attempted and credits
earned, and a maximum time frame for degree
completion.
Semester Credit Hour – Unit of measurement for
coursework generally referring to the number of hours a
class meets per week (example: a 3 credit course=3 hours
of classes per week).
SRC Online – Location of the online learning portal called
Canvas.
Student Loan – Financial aid that must be repaid by the
student.
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) – A
federal grant program based on need for those students
with the lowest expected family contribution (EFC).
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Student Contribution – The amount of a student’s income,
savings, and other resources that they are expected to
contribute to educational expenses.
Suspension – An academic and/or financial aid status
where a student has lost their eligibility to receive financial
aid and/or the permission to register for classes.
Three-Quarter Time Student – A student enrolled in nine
(9) to eleven (11.5) credits.
Transcript – Listing of courses taken and grades earned.
Transfer Credits/Hours – Coursework accepted at another
university that leads toward an associate or baccalaureate
degree. Students and programs can also be assigned the
term “transfer”.
Tuition and Fees – The cost per credit hour for courses
taken at SRC. Currently: $140/credit hr. for in district
(other fees may apply).
Verification – The process of documenting information
reported on the FAFSA (financial aid application).
Web-assisted course – Student meets in the traditional
face-to-face classroom for traditional number of hours but
a course management system (Canvas) may be used to
supplement the course with such things as lectures,
reading, syllabus, discussion boards, etc.
Withdrawal – Terminating enrollment of any or all
registered courses for a semester. Student receives no
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tuition refund with a course withdrawal.
appear on the student’s transcript.
A “W” will
Work-study – A student employment program. Students
are eligible for employment based on their application for
financial aid.
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CANTON/HAVANA CAMPUS DIRECTORY
WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
Academic
Advising
STAFF
Brandy
Chasteen
Brandi Ketcham
Andrea White
Stephanie
Howerter
Academic Success
Center
Applying for
Admission
Natalie Orwig
Mickey Decker
Kim Donnelly
Athletic
Information
Online
Application
Ron Clark
Advising
Appointment
Or Testing
Kim Donnelly
Billing
Information
Julie Riccioni
Books, Supplies,
and Apparel
Amber
Alexander
Teresa Welch
Brad O’Brien
BUILDING AND
OFFICE NUMBER
Student Services
Advising Office,
Centers 131
PHONE/EMAIL
[email protected]
649-6398
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6305
Havana Center
[email protected]
ASC, Centers 205
(Within LRC)
Admissions, First
Floor Centers
543-6300
[email protected]
649-6278
[email protected]
649-6391 or 649-6600
Student Services
C131
[email protected]
649-6313 or 649-6400
www.src.edu
Centers Building,
C010
[email protected]
649-6303
Student Services
C131
Havana Center
Student
Accounts, First
Floor Centers
Bookstore,
Centers Building,
C029
[email protected]
649-6313 or 649-6400
[email protected]
543-6301 or 543-4413
[email protected]
649-6212
[email protected]
649-6295
[email protected]
649-6294
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
Changing Classes
or Program of
Study
STAFF
Brandy
Chasteen
Brandi Ketcham
BUILDING AND
OFFICE NUMBER
Student Services
- Advising Office,
C131
Andrea White
Community
Education
Classes
Stephanie
Howerter
Lori Murphy
Dean of Student
Services
Melissa
Wilkinson
disAbility Support
Services/Campus
Accessibility and
Classroom
Accommodations
Dropping a Class
Andrea White
Mickey Decker
Brandy
Chasteen
Brandi Ketcham
Havana Center
Canton Outreach
Center,
45 East Side
Square, Suite 302
Canton IL 61520
Student Services
- Advising Office,
C131
Student Services
- Advising Office,
C131
[email protected]
649-6398
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6305
[email protected]
543-6300
[email protected]
647-6260
[email protected]
649-6329
[email protected]
649-6305
Admissions, First
Floor Centers
Student Services
- Advising Office,
C131
[email protected]
649-6391
Havana Center
[email protected]
Andrea White
Stephanie
Howerter
PHONE/EMAIL
[email protected]
649-6398
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6305
543-6300
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
STAFF
Dual Credit/Dual
Enrollment/High
School Credit
Excused Absences
Brandy
Chasteen
Financial Aid
Information
Jo Branson
Rick
Duvendack
Game Room
Equipment
Denise
Harrington
Ron Clark
BUILDING AND
OFFICE
NUMBER
C131
PHONE/EMAIL
[email protected]
649-6398
Course
Instructor
Student
Services Financial Aid,
C126
[email protected]
Student
Commons, C010
[email protected]
649-6303
649-7030
[email protected]
649-7030
[email protected]
649-7030
G.E.D. (High School
Equivalency)
classes
Grade Information
Melissa Koke
ASC, Centers
204
(Within the LRC)
MySRC
[email protected]
649-6229
Graduation
Information
Brandy
Chasteen
Brandi
Ketcham
Andrea
White
Student
Services Advising Office,
C131
[email protected]
649-6398
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6305
Stephanie
Howerter
Havana Center
[email protected]
543-6300
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
Help in Course
and Program
Selection
International
Student
Information
STAFF
Brandy
Chasteen
Brandi
Ketcham
Andrea White
Stephanie
Howerter
Patrick
Denecke
Job Placement
Brandi
Ketcham
Literacy
Chad Murphy
Lost and Found
Kathy Promen
BUILDING AND
OFFICE NUMBER
Student Services
- Advising
Office, C131
Havana Center
Student
Services, 1st
Floor, Macomb
Campus
Student Services
- Advising
Office, C131
ASC, C205
(Within the LRC)
Reception Desk,
Centers Building
Lesa Fuller
Making Up a
Test
Off-Campus
Employment
Brandi
Ketcham
On-Campus
Employment
Brandi
Ketcham
Paying for
Classes
Julie Riccioni
NBS Payment
Arrangement
Course
Instructor
Student Services
- Advising
Office, C131
Student Services
- Advising
Office, C131
Student
Accounts, First
Floor Centers
PHONE/EMAIL
[email protected]
649-6398
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6305
[email protected]
543-6300
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6266
[email protected]
647-4645
[email protected]
647-4645
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6212
www.src.edu
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
Registering for
One or Two
Classes
Registering for
More than Two
Classes
Scholarships
and Loans
STAFF
Mickey Decker
Brandy
Chasteen
Brandi
Ketcham
Andrea White
Stephanie
Howerter
Jo Branson
Rick
Duvendack
BUILDING AND
OFFICE NUMBER
Admissions,
First Floor
Centers
Student Services
- Advising
Office, C131
Student
Government
Student Services
Brad O’Brien
Transcript
Request Forms
Mickey Decker
Kim Donnelly
Tutoring
Services
SRC Website
Natalie Orwig
Mandren Kreps
[email protected]
649-6391
[email protected]
649-6398
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6305
Havana Center
[email protected]
Student Services
- Financial Aid,
C126
543-6300
[email protected]
649-7030
[email protected]
649-7030
Denise
Harrington
Snacks and
Beverages
PHONE/EMAIL
[email protected]
649-7030
Sandbar Café,
Lower Level
Centers
Student
Commons,
Taylor Hall
Engle Hall
Lower Level
Centers, C013
Student Services
– C126 and
C131
Admissions
Office
Student Services
- Advising
Office, C131
www.src.edu
ASC, Centers
205
(Within LRC)
brad.o’[email protected]
649-6294
649-6400
[email protected]
649-6391 or 649-6600
[email protected]
649-6313 or 649-6040
[email protected]
649-6278
[email protected]
833-6048
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
Veteran’s
Information
Withdrawing
From a Class or
Complete
Withdrawal
STAFF
Rick
Duvendack
Brandy
Chasteen
Brandi
Ketcham
Andrea White
BUILDING AND
OFFICE NUMBER
Student Services
- Financial Aid ,
C126
[email protected]
649-6398
[email protected]
649-6324
[email protected]
649-6305
[email protected]
649-6313
[email protected]
649-6391
Havana Center
[email protected]
Student Services
- Financial Aid,
C126
543-6300
[email protected]
649-7030
[email protected]
649-7030
Mickey
Decker
Work Study
Eligibility
Denise
Harrington
[email protected]
649-6267
Student Services
- Advising Office,
C131
Kim Donnelly
Stephanie
Howerter
Jo Branson
PHONE/EMAIL
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MACOMB/RUSHVILLE CAMPUS DIRECTORY
WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
Academic Advising
Academic Success
Center
Adult Education
(Reading, Writing,
Math
Applying for
Admission
STAFF
Patrick Denecke
BUILDING AND
OFFICE NUMBER
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Rob Kirkham
Rushville Center
Mandren Kreps
Macomb, 2nd
Floor, Room 206
Macomb, Room
M22
Jade Powers
Janet Young
Jade Powers
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
217-322-6086
[email protected]
833-6048
[email protected]
833-6017
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
833-6010
Rob Kirkham
Rushville Center
Ron Clark
Centers
Building, Lower
Level, Canton
Campus
[email protected]
217-322-6086
[email protected]
649-6303
Patrick Denecke
Cheryl Reimolds
Athletic
Information
PHONE/EMAIL
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
Advising
Appointment
Or Testing
STAFF
Jade Powers
Patrick Denecke
BUILDING AND
OFFICE NUMBER
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Cheryl Reimolds
Rob Kirkham
Rushville Center
Billing
Information
Books, Supplies,
and
Shirts
Career
Assessment
Ellen Armstrong
Macomb, 1st
Floor, Room 124
Macomb, 1st
Floor, Room 124
Changing Class or
Programs of
Study
Jade Powers
Ellen Armstrong
Pat Denecke
PHONE/EMAIL
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
833-6010
[email protected]
217-322-6086
[email protected]
833-6012
[email protected]
833-6012
[email protected]
833-6022
Patrick Denecke
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Rob Kirkham
Rushville Center
Community
Education
Classes
Velvet Powell
Dean of Student
Services
Melissa
Wilkinson
Macomb
Outreach Center
2500 E. Jackson
St. Macomb
Canton Campus,
Student Services
Advising Center
C131
[email protected]
217-322-6086
[email protected]
833-6033
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
649-6329
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
disAbility
Support
Services/Special
Needs or
Accommodation
Dropping a Class
STAFF
Andrea White
Jade Powers
BUILDING AND
OFFICE NUMBER
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
833-6010
Rob Kirkham
Rushville Center
Jade Powers
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Course
Instructor
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
[email protected]
217-322-6086
[email protected]
833-6019
Cheryl Reimolds
Jo Branson
Paula Baughman
Peggy Roth
Game Room
Equipment
G.E.D. (High
School
Equivalency)
classes
Grade
Information
[email protected]
649-6305
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Patrick Denecke
Dual Credit/Dual
Enrollment/High
School Credit
Excused
Absences
Financial Aid
Information
PHONE/EMAIL
Cyndi Johnston
Janet Young
Student
Commons,
Lower Level
Lower Level,
Room 007
Lower Level,
Room M22
MySRC
[email protected]
833-6073
[email protected]
833-6073
[email protected]
833-6073
[email protected]
833-6038
[email protected]
833-6017
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
Graduation
Information
STAFF
Jade Powers
Patrick
Denecke
Help in Course
and Program
Selection
BUILDING AND
OFFICE NUMBER
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Rob Kirkham
Rushville Center
Jade Powers
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Patrick
Denecke
Rob Kirkham
Rushville Center
International
Student
Information
Job Placement
Patrick
Denecke
Literacy
Cyndi
Johnston
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Macomb, Room
007
Macomb
Business Office
Room 124
Course
Instructor
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Macomb
Business Office
Room 124
Patrick
Denecke
Lost and Found
Making Up a Test
Off-Campus
Employment
Patrick
Denecke
On-Campus
Employment
Patrick
Denecke
Paying for Classes
Ellen
Armstrong
PHONE/EMAIL
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
217-322-6086
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
217-322-6086
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
833-6038
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
833-6012
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
Registering for
One or Two
Classes
Registering for
more than two
classes
STAFF
Cheryl
Reimolds
Jade Powers
Patrick
Denecke
Rob Kirkham
Scholarships
and Loans
Snacks and
Beverages
Student
Government
Paula
Baughman
Peggy Roth
Jade Powers
Student
Services
Transcript
Request Forms
Jade Powers
Patrick
Denecke
Cheryl
Reimolds
Rob Kirkham
BUILDING AND
OFFICE
NUMBER
Macomb
Business Office
Room 124
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Rushville
Center
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Student
Commons
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Macomb Bus.
Office, Room
124
Rushville
Center
PHONE/EMAIL
[email protected]
833-6010
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
217-322-6086
[email protected]
833-6021
[email protected]
833-6073
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
833-6010
[email protected]
217-322-6086
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WHERE DO I GO
FOR…?
STAFF
TRiO – Student
Support
Services
Jill Olson
Tutoring
Services
Mandren
Kreps
Veteran’s
Information
Rick
Duvendack
Withdrawing
From a Class or
Complete
Withdrawal
Jade Powers
Bonnie
Swedell
Stephanie
Miller
Kalah
Kazmerski
Patrick
Denecke
Cheryl
Reimolds
Rob Kirkham
Work Study
Eligibility
BUILDING AND
OFFICE
NUMBER
Macomb , 2nd
Floor, M206
Jo Branson
Peggy Roth
Macomb, 2nd
Floor, Room
206
Academic
Success Center
Macomb
Campus,
Student
Services
1st Floor
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
Macomb
Business
Office, 1st Floor
Room 124
Rushville
Center
Student
Services, 1st
Floor
PHONE/EMAIL
[email protected]
833-6029
[email protected]
833-6025
[email protected]
833-6030
[email protected]
833-6030
[email protected]
833-6048
[email protected]
649-6267
[email protected]
833-6019
[email protected]
833-6022
[email protected]
833-6010
[email protected]
217-322-6086
[email protected]
833-6073
[email protected]
833-6073
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